Operation Ajay flight carrying 212 citizens touches down in New Delhi

The Voice of Chandigarh :

Operation Ajay is a repatriation operation launched by the Indian government to bring back its citizens from Israel during the ongoing conflict with the Hamas group in Gaza. The operation was announced on October 11, 2023, by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and will be carried out using special chartered flights and Indian Navy ships, if necessary.

The MEA has set up a control room in Delhi and emergency helplines in Tel Aviv and Ramallah to monitor the situation and provide assistance to Indian citizens in Israel who may require help.

There are around 18,000 Indians in Israel, including students, professionals, and traders. The first batch of Indians evacuated on October 13, 2023.

Operation Ajay is a testament to the Indian government’s commitment to the safety and well-being of its citizens abroad. It is also a reminder of the importance of international cooperation in times of crisis.