Operation Sindhu: India launches Operation Sindhu to evacuate Nepalese and Sri Lankan citizens from conflict-ridden Iran. Details on the rescue mission and international cooperation efforts. India Initiates Operation Sindhu for Regional Evacuation.
June 21, 2025 | In a significant humanitarian effort, India has launched Operation Sindhu to evacuate citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka from conflict-affected regions of Iran. This move underscores India’s commitment to regional solidarity during crises.
Why This Operation Matters
The evacuation comes amid escalating tensions in Iran, where foreign nationals face increasing risks. India’s decision to extend assistance to neighboring countries highlights its role as a first responder in South Asia during emergencies.
Who Will Be Evacuated?
The operation primarily focuses on:
Nepalese workers stranded in Iran
Sri Lankan citizens needing urgent repatriation
Possible inclusion of other South Asian nationals if required
Operation Sindhu: Flight carrying 110 Indian citizens evacuated from Iran arrives in Delhi
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How Will the Evacuation Work?
Indian authorities are coordinating with:
Ministry of External Affairs for diplomatic clearances
Iranian officials for safe passage arrangements
Airlines and naval resources for transportation
International Response and Cooperation
Both Nepal and Sri Lanka have expressed gratitude for India’s initiative. This operation follows similar successful evacuations like Operation Ganga (Ukraine 2022) and Vande Bharat Mission (COVID-19 repatriation).
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On request of the Governments of Nepal and Sri Lanka, the Indian Embassy’s evacuation efforts in Iran will also cover Citizens of Nepal and Sri Lanka. https://t.co/eHIOhmNN7M— India in Iran (@India_in_Iran) June 21, 2025
Challenges Ahead
Potential hurdles include:
Navigating active conflict zones
Securing overflight permissions
Health and safety protocols for evacuees
What This Means for Regional Diplomacy
Operation Sindhu reinforces India’s position as:
A reliable regional leader
A key security partner in South Asia
A nation willing to bear humanitarian costs for neighbors
#OperationSindhu continues.
A special evacuation flight from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan landed in New Delhi at 0300 hrs on 21st June, bringing Indians from Iran home.
With this, so far 517 Indian nationals from Iran have returned home under Operation Sindhu. pic.twitter.com/xYfpoxwJtw
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 21, 2025
Looking Forward
As evacuation flights prepare to depart, all eyes remain on:
Timely execution of the mission
Safe return of all evacuees
Potential expansion to help other nationalities
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