Dubai, March 8 India's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan, held a virtual interaction with representatives of the Indian community on Sunday, assuring them of assistance following the joint US-Israel strikes on Iran.
Khan was accompanied by Deputy Chief of Mission, Abu Mathen George, and Counsellor (Community Welfare), Y Sabir.
The Ambassador reassured the community of the Embassy's readiness to provide all necessary assistance to Indian nationals in need, India in Saudi Arabia said in a post on X.
Khan also briefed the participants on the Embassy's recent initiatives, including the establishment of a 24/7 control room to provide prompt support. Community representatives expressed appreciation for the Embassy's proactive outreach and engagement, it added.
The Indian mission in Saudi Arabia also issued an advisory on Sunday, urging its citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to safety guidelines and diligently follow advisories issued by local authorities.
The advisory came in the wake of recent attacks between the US and Iran. On February 28, the US and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran, which followed days of build-up with US President Donald Trump increasing pressure on Tehran to agree to a new deal on its nuclear programme.
"The Embassy of India, Riyadh, and the Consulate in Jeddah, along with its outsourced services through VFS, are continuing to function normally and will issue updates and advisories as and when necessary. Consular camps are being organized regularly," the advisory said.
"A number of airlines continue to operate between Riyadh/Jeddah/Dammam and Indian destinations. Both Indian and Saudi airlines have resumed normal scheduled operations in Jeddah and Madinah. Indian nationals wishing to travel to India may avail these flights after checking availability," it said.
The mission has also posted emergency contact details. The Indian community is also advised to regularly follow the advisories issued on the Embassy's official social media handles.
Meanwhile, Indian nationals who are currently stranded in Qatar as tourists/short-term visitors (holding Hayya A1 visa) due to the cancellation of flights out of Qatar between February 28 and March 7, 2026, are encouraged to provide their details, India in Qatar said in a post on X.
The details are only for the purpose of ascertaining the exact number and details of stranded Indian nationals who are not residents of Qatar, it said.
