More Indian Students Return To Delhi After Iran Opens Its Airspace

🟦  Iran Opens Airspace — A Rare Diplomatic Move

Iran has made an exception amidst its conflict with Israel, allowing Indian-chartered flights over its territory to evacuate around 1,000 students. The move facilitated critical rescue efforts under “Operation Sindhu.”

🟦  Operation Sindhu in Action

India’s MEA launched Operation Sindhu on June 18, sending special charter flights from Turkmenistan and Armenia. A third flight landed in Delhi early on June 21, bringing students home safely

🟦  Students Share Ordeal & Relief

Evacuees described hearing “missile falls” and bombings, recounting harrowing conditions in conflict zones. Many expressed relief and gratitude after touching down in New Delhi

✅ FAQs:

Q1: How many students were evacuated?
About 1,000 Indian students were evacuated via three charter flights under Operation Sindhu after Iran lifted its airspace ban.

Q2: When did the flights land in Delhi?
The third evacuation flight arrived in Delhi early on June 21, 2025, carrying students via Turkmenistan-based transit.

🔥 Important Points:

• Humanitarian gesture: Iran’s move to open its airspace was unexpected but crucial for rescue.

• Coordination across borders: India utilized routes through Armenia and Turkmenistan.

• Safe homecoming: The evacuation highlights India’s commitment to citizen welfare abroad.

• Ongoing crisis: While 1,000 students returned, thousands of Indian nationals still remain in Iran.