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Missile Strikes in Gulf Threaten Indian Expat Remittances

3/15/2026

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Missile strikes and drone attacks disrupt the lives of millions of Indian expatriates in the Gulf, especially in Dubai and Bahrain.
Uday Chandra, a political analyst, says the conflict marks a significant shift in the region’s safety perception.
Remittances from the Gulf are crucial for states like Kerala.
Stranded travelers face flight cancellations and rising costs.
Analysts warn prolonged conflict could reduce remittance flows and affect South Asian economies.

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Missile strikes and drone attacks disrupt the lives of millions of Indian expatriates in the Gulf, especially in Dubai and Bahrain.
Uday Chandra, a political analyst, says the conflict marks a significant shift in the region’s safety perception.
Remittances from the Gulf are crucial for states like Kerala.
Stranded travelers face flight cancellations and rising costs.
Analysts warn prolonged conflict could reduce remittance flows and affect South Asian economies.