MEA Sets Up Control Room Amid West Asia Tensions; Emergency Helplines Issued for Indians in Gulf
The Voice of Chandigarh
In view of the evolving situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has established a dedicated Control Room to assist Indian nationals who may require support or information.
The Control Room will operate from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and can be contacted through the following numbers:
MEA Control Room (9 AM – 9 PM)
- 1800118797 (Toll Free)
- +91 11 2301 2113
- +91 11 2301 4104
- +91 11 2301 7905
In addition, emergency contact numbers of Indian Embassies across the region have been released so that Indian citizens can directly seek assistance if required.
Emergency Contacts – Indian Embassies
- Bahrain: +973 39418071
- Iran: +989128109115 / +989128109102 / +989128109109 / +989932179359
- Iraq: +964 771 651 1185 / +964 770444 4899
- Israel: +972 54 7520711 / +972 54 2428378
- Jordan: +962 770 422 276
- Kuwait: +965 65501946
- Lebanon: +961 76860128
- Oman: +968 98282270 (WhatsApp) / 80071234 (Toll Free)
- Qatar: +974 55647502
- Ramallah, Palestine: +970 592916418
- Saudi Arabia (Riyadh): +966 11 4884697 / 800 247 1234 (Toll Free)
- Saudi Arabia (Jeddah): +966 126648660 / +966 12 2614093
- United Arab Emirates: +971 543090571 (WhatsApp) / 800 46342 (Toll Free)
The Ministry of External Affairs has advised Indian nationals in the region to remain in contact with the respective Indian Embassies and follow official advisories. The government stated that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety and assistance of Indian citizens.
