- Swamy Muddam
In view of the rising tensions in West Asia, the Government of India has released emergency helpline numbers to ensure the safety of nearly 9.6 million Indians residing in the region. Indians facing emergencies such as medical assistance, security concerns, or evacuation needs are advised to contact the respective Indian Missions in their country of residence.
Palestine
Indians in Ramallah, Palestine, may call +970592916418. Assistance is also available via email at repoffice@mea.gov.in and cons.ramallah@mea.gov.in.
Qatar
Indian nationals in Doha can contact 00974-55647502 or email cons.doha@mea.gov.in.
Saudi Arabia
Those residing in Saudi Arabia may contact the Riyadh Mission at 00-966-11-4884697. The WhatsApp helpline number is 00-966-542126748, and the toll-free number is 800 247 1234.
Israel
In Tel Aviv, assistance is available at +972-54-7520711 and +972-54-2428378. Email support is available at cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in.
Iran
Indians in Tehran may reach out to the following emergency numbers:
+989128109115, +989128109109, +989128109102, +989932179359.
United Arab Emirates
In the UAE, Indians can contact the Abu Dhabi Mission via email at pbsk.dubai@mea.gov.in and ca.abudhabi@mea.gov.in. The toll-free helpline number is 800-46342, and the WhatsApp number is +971543090571.
Kuwait
Indian nationals in Kuwait may call +96565501946 or email community.kuwait@mea.gov.in.
Bahrain
The helpline number in Bahrain is 00973-39418071.
Oman
In Oman, assistance is available via cw.muscat@mea.gov.in and cons.muscat@mea.gov.in. The toll-free number is 80071234, and the WhatsApp number is +96898282270.
Jordan
Indians in Jordan may call 00962-770 422 276.
Iraq
In Baghdad, Indian nationals can contact +964 771 651 1185 or +964 770444 4899. Emails can be sent to cons.baghdad@mea.gov.in, cons1.baghdad@mea.gov.in, or pol.baghdad@mea.gov.in. Further details are available on the official website of the Indian Embassy in Baghdad.
These helpline numbers have been issued amid ongoing hostilities involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The Government of India has urged Indians in Gulf countries to remain vigilant and to immediately contact the relevant helplines in case of any emergency. Citizens are advised to rely only on official communications from Indian Missions and government sources for accurate updates.
