Srinagar, Jan 14 (JKNS): Parents of Kashmiri students studying in Iran have expressed deep concern following the recent advisory issued by the Indian Embassy in Tehran, urging Indian nationals to leave the country amid an evolving and uncertain situation.
Several parents said the advisory has caused panic among families, especially as internet services have been snapped in parts of Iran, making communication with students extremely difficult.
A parent, whose daughter is pursuing medical studies at the Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, told news agency JKNS that the situation has become mentally exhausting for both students and families.
“Since the internet has been snapped, communication has become very difficult. The students are anxious, and so are we. Although our children say they are safe and have access to essential supplies, the advisory has created serious fear back home,” the parent said.
Another parent said that while they have full faith in the Government of India, the prevailing conditions demand immediate action.
“We trust the Government of India and the Ministry of External Affairs. They have successfully evacuated Indians from Ukraine and Iran in the past. We appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, and the Chief Minister to intervene and ensure the safe evacuation of our children,” the parent said.
Parents also highlighted practical difficulties faced by students due to restrictions on money transfers and internet blackout, saying it has become nearly impossible for them to manage independently.
“The internet shutdown and banking issues have left students helpless. They cannot access funds easily or stay in regular touch with us. This uncertainty is unbearable for families,” another parent said.
Expressing strong concern, one parent warned, “If even a single student is harmed, the responsibility will lie with the government. However, we still believe the Indian government has the capability to bring our children home safely and swiftly.”
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) National Convenor Nasir Khuehami told JKNS that a large number of students are currently stranded in Iran.
“Approximately 2,000 Kashmiri students and around 3,000 students from across India are currently stuck in Iran due to the prevailing unrest. We are continuously receiving distress calls from students and parents seeking immediate evacuation,” Khuehami said.
Parents and student bodies have urged the authorities to initiate evacuation measures at the earliest, maintain regular communication, and issue clear instructions to avoid panic among families. (JKNS)
