New Delhi: Amid the prevailing situation in parts of West Asia and the Gulf region, the Ministry of External Affairs has established a Special Control Room to assist Indian nationals and monitor developments closely.
The Control Room will operate daily from 9 am to 9 pm and can be reached through a dedicated toll-free number, 1800118797, as well as multiple New Delhi-based lines: 91 11 2301 2113, 91 11 2301 4104 and 91 11 2301 7905.
The move comes as part of the government’s efforts to ensure timely support and information for Indian citizens in the region.
In addition to the central facility, the MEA has shared emergency contact numbers of Indian missions across several countries in West Asia. These include the Indian Embassy in Bahrain ( 973 39418071), Iran ( 98 9128109115 / 98 912810910 / 98 912810910 / 98 932179359), and Iraq ( 964 771 651 1185 / 964 770444 4899).
Emergency numbers have also been issued for Israel ( 972 54 7520711 / 972 54 2428378), Jordan ( 962 770 422 276), and Kuwait ( 965 65501946). In Lebanon, Indian nationals can contact 961 76860128, while in Oman assistance is available via WhatsApp at 968 98282270 or the toll-free number 80071234.
For those in Qatar, the emergency number is 974 55647502. In Ramallah, Palestine, Indian nationals may reach 970 592916418.
In Saudi Arabia, separate contacts have been provided for Riyadh ( 966 11 4884697 / 800 247 1234 toll free) and Jeddah ( 966 126648660 / 966 12 2614093). Meanwhile, in the United Arab Emirates, assistance is available through WhatsApp at 971 543090571 and the toll-free number 800 46342.
India has a significant diaspora presence across the Gulf and West Asia, with millions of Indian nationals living and working in the region. The establishment of the Control Room and the circulation of embassy helplines are part of precautionary measures aimed at ensuring their safety and facilitating swift communication in case of emergencies.
The MEA said it continues to closely monitor the situation and stands ready to extend all possible assistance to Indian citizens in the region.
