The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has issued a warning urging citizens to avoid travel to Iran until further notice, citing ongoing unrest and security concerns.
In an official statement, the ministry said, “In light of current developments in Iran, Indian nationals are strongly advised against traveling to the Islamic Republic of Iran until further notice.”
The alert follows guidance from the Indian Embassy in Tehran, which advised citizens to leave the country using any available means of transport, including commercial flights. The embassy also urged heightened caution, advising citizens to avoid protest areas and remain in regular contact with diplomatic authorities.
The protests in Iran began in late December 2025 following a sharp decline in the national currency. Demonstrations in multiple cities escalated into clashes with police, with both security forces and participants sustaining injuries. Protesters voiced strong opposition to the Iranian government, raising anti-regime slogans in affected areas. On January 12, Iranian authorities claimed that the situation was under control, while alleging that the United States and Israel had instigated the unrest.
Reuters reported on Wednesday that the United States is withdrawing some personnel from key bases in the Middle East as a precaution amid rising tensions in the region. This move follows warnings from a senior Iranian official, who stated that Iran had alerted neighbouring countries hosting US forces that it would target American bases if Iran were attacked.
This travel advisory underscores growing international concern over safety in Iran, particularly for foreign nationals, as political and economic instability continues to affect the region.
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