'No Security Reasons To Leave': Indian Embassy In Russia Issues Advisory For Students

The Embassy said that it has been receiving messages from the Indian students in universities in Russia seeking advice on their continued stay in the country.

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New Delhi: Amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the Embassy of India in Russia has issued guidelines for the Indian students studying in the country.

The Embassy said that it has been receiving messages from the Indian students in universities in Russia seeking advice on their continued stay in the country.

“The Embassy would like to reassure all students that at present we see no security reasons for them to leave,” the guidelines said.

“The Embassy is in regular contact with relevant authorities with respect to the safety and security of the Indian nationals, including students,” the guidelines added.

The guidelines further said certain disruption of banking services in Russia and direct flight connectivity from Russia to India is, however, taking place.

“If students have concerns regarding these aspects and would like to travel back to India, they may consider doing so,” the guidelines added.

Regarding the academic programs, the Embassy said that it has been informed by a number of universities that they have already shifted to the online distance learning mode.

“Students are advised to exercise their discretion in consultation with their respective universities on the appropriate course of action regarding continuation of their academic activities without disruption,” the guidelines added.

Earlier this morning, another batch of students returned to India under ‘Operation Ganga’ and reunited with their families and friends.

Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur welcomed the students at the airport in New Delhi.

“Welcome back home! Another batch of students returned via #OperationGanga this morning and will reunite with their families & friends. We remain committed to the safety of every Indian citizen from Ukraine,” Thakur tweeted.