The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar to immediately initiate evacuation measures for Kashmiri students and other Indian nationals stranded in Iran amid a rapidly deteriorating security situation.
The association said the escalating crisis has triggered widespread fear and anxiety across Kashmir, with parents deeply distressed over the safety of their children. While the Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued an advisory asking students to leave Iran at the earliest through self-arranged means, no formal evacuation plan has been announced so far.
JKSA said that self-arranged travel is neither safe nor feasible for many students due to the volatile ground situation, logistical hurdles, financial constraints, and limited connectivity. The absence of an organised evacuation mechanism has further compounded the distress of students and their families.
“We have full faith in the capabilities of the Ministry of External Affairs and acknowledge the Government of India’s consistent efforts to protect Indian nationals abroad. However, the gravity of the situation demands swift, proactive and coordinated diplomatic action so that students are not left to navigate this crisis on their own,” said Nasir Khuehami, National Convenor of the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association.
He urged the Centre to put in place a clear evacuation framework, dedicated emergency helplines and secure transit corridors to ensure the safe and dignified return of Indian students. “The Government of India must be prepared to act decisively to bring students home safely,” he added.
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Parents seek urgent evacuation
Meanwhile, parents of Kashmiri students studying in Iran on Wednesday expressed serious concern over the advisory asking students to leave the country on their own amid the prevailing unrest.
Speaking to reporters at Press Colony in Srinagar, the parents said the advisory has left students anxious and families deeply worried, particularly due to communication disruptions. They said many students are facing internet outages, making it difficult for families to remain in regular contact.
One of the parents, Syed Muzamil Qadri, said they have full faith in the capability and integrity of the External Affairs Minister but appealed to the government not to abandon students in such a critical situation.
“We do not doubt the intentions of the government, but we humbly request that our children should not be left in the lurch. They must be evacuated safely,” he said.
The parents said the lack of reliable communication has added to their anxiety, with students feeling frustrated and uncertain about their safety and future. They appealed to the Centre to initiate immediate evacuation and also engage with Iranian authorities to ensure a safe and organised return of Indian nationals.
“At the very least, the Government of India should hold talks with the Iranian government so that our children can come back home safely,” they said.
They pointed out that many students are pursuing medical and other professional courses in Iran and are dependent on government support during such emergencies, urging authorities to act swiftly as further delays could endanger both the safety and mental well-being of the students stranded in the region.
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