MEA sets up 24×7 control room amid rising tensions in West Asia

New Delhi, Mar 04:Ministry of External Affairs sets up a dedicated control room amid rising tensions in West Asia and the Gulf region.The control room is set to assist  Indian nationals residing in or travelling through the region.

In a press release, the MEA stated that the control room will function from 9 am to 9 pm.

The Control Room will function daily from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm (IST) and can be reached at the following numbers:
• 1800 118 797 (Toll Free)
• +91 11 2301 2113
• +91 11 2301 4104
• +91 11 2301 7905

The MEA has urged Indian citizens and members of the Indian diaspora in affected countries to remain vigilant, follow local advisories, and stay in contact with the nearest Indian Embassy in case of any emergency.

Emergency Contact Numbers of Indian Missions in the Region:
• Bahrain: +973 39418071
• Iran: +98 9128109115 / +98 912810910 / +98 932179359
• Iraq: +964 771 651 1185 / +964 770 444 4899
• Israel: +972 54 7520711 / +972 54 2428378
• Jordan: +962 770 422 276
• Kuwait: +965 65501946
• Lebanon: +961 76860128
• Oman: +968 98282270 (WhatsApp) / 800 71234 (Toll Free)
• Qatar: +974 55647502
• Ramallah, Palestine: +970 592916418
• Saudi Arabia (Riyadh): +966 11 4884697 / 800 247 1234 (Toll Free)
• Saudi Arabia (Jeddah): +966 12 6648660 / +966 12 2614093
• United Arab Emirates: +971 543090571 (WhatsApp) / 800 46342 (Toll Free)

India has a significant expatriate presence across the Gulf and West Asia, particularly in countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and Oman.

The government said it is closely monitoring developments and stands ready to extend all necessary assistance to Indian nationals. Indian citizens are advised to regularly check updates from the MEA and respective Indian Missions for further guidance.