Breaking News
:

Over 700 students return to India, amid widespread violence in Bangladesh

Indian High Commission and Assistant High Commissions in Bangladesh assist Indian nationals and students in returning to India amid escalating violence.

violence

Amid violence getting out of control in neighbouring Bangladesh, the High Commission of India in Dhaka and the Assistant High Commissions in Chittagong, Rajshahi, Sylhet and Khulna have been assisting the return of Indian nationals home till situation normalizes. 

In coordination with the local authorities, measures are being taken by the High Commission and the Assistant High Commissions to facilitate safe travel to the border crossing points along the India Bangladesh International Border. MEA is also coordinating with civil aviation, immigration, land ports and BSF authorities to ensure a smooth passage for our citizens.

Thus far, 778 Indian students have returned to India through various land ports. In addition, around 200 students have returned home by regular flight services through Dhaka and Chittagong airports. The High Commission of India in Dhaka and the Assistant High Commissions are in regular touch with more than 4000 students remaining in various universities in Bangladesh to provide necessary assistance. Students from Nepal and Bhutan have also been assisted with their crossing into India on request.

The High Commission and Assistant High Commissions are in regular touch with Bangladesh authorities to ensure safety and security of Indian nationals and students. Security escorts have also been arranged, where necessary, for their travel by road during repatriation through select land ports. The High Commission in Dhaka is also coordinating with civil aviation authorities of Bangladesh and commercial airlines to ensure uninterrupted flight services to India from Dhaka and Chittagong, which can be used by Indian nationals to return to home.

The High Commission of India in Dhaka and the Assistant High Commissions of India in Bangladesh remain available for any assistance required by Indian nationals through the emergency contact numbers.

Popular post

Live News

Latest post

You may also like

Subscribe Here

Enter your email address to subscribe to this website and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join Us