'Exercise Utmost Caution', India Tells Its Citizens in Iran, Israel

PTI, Feb 28, 2026, New Delhi : With tension mounting in the Middle East following a major attack on Iran by the US and Israel on Saturday, India has asked its nationals in Iran and Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant.

In an advisory, the Indian embassy in Iran urged Indian nationals in that country to avoid unnecessary movements and remain indoors. The advisory was issued after US President Donald Trump announced major combat operations against Iran.

"In view of the developing situation, all Indian nationals in Iran are advised to exercise utmost caution, avoid unnecessary movements, and remain indoors as far as possible," it said. "Indians may also continue to monitor the news, maintain situational awareness, and await any further guidance from the Embassy of India. The emergency contact details of the embassy are reiterated as below," the mission said.

According to official estimates in January, little over 10,000 Indians, including students, were living in Iran.

The Indian embassy in Israel also issued a similar advisory urging Indian nationals in the country to exercise "utmost caution and remain vigilant at all times." The Indian diaspora in Israel comprises over 41,000 people.

"Indian nationals are strongly advised to strictly adhere to the safety guidelines and instructions issued by the Israeli authorities and the Home Front Command," it said, asking all Indian nationals to remain in close proximity to designated shelters and familiarise themselves with the nearest protected spaces in their area of residence or work.

"Indian nationals are advised to avoid all non-essential and unnecessary travel within Israel until further notice. Citizens are encouraged to monitor local news, official announcements, and emergency alerts regularly," it said.

The mission also urged Indian nationals to contact the embassy in Tel Aviv in case of any emergency. "The Embassy remains closely engaged with the relevant authorities and will continue to issue updates as necessary," it said.

The Indian Embassy in Qatar too issued an advisory for its citizens. "In view of the current regional situation, all Indian nationals in Qatar are advised to take due care, follow news and advisories as and when issued by the Embassy and local authorities," the mission posted on X.

"Our Embassy is continuing to function as usual. Embassy's 24/7 helpline number is 00974-55647502 and email for addressing any query is cons.doha@mea.gov.in," it said.

Trump on Saturday called on the Iranian people to take over the government. He also said that US has begun "major combat operations in Iran" after Israel launched strikes. Trump called the attacks on Iran a noble mission, saying they were necessary because of Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and missile systems that could reach the US.