312 Indian Fishermen Successfully Evacuated from Iran via Armenia
312 stranded fishermen in Iran returned to India via Armenia: EAM
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On April 11, 2026, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced the safe return of 312 Indian fishermen from Iran, facilitated through Armenia. This evacuation is part of a broader effort that has seen over 1,200 Indian nationals repatriated amid ongoing regional conflicts.
- 01312 Indian fishermen were evacuated from Iran to India via Armenia.
- 02External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar thanked Armenian officials for their support.
- 03The evacuation is part of a larger effort that has repatriated over 1,200 Indian nationals.
- 04Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal welcomed the returning fishermen in Chennai.
- 05The Ministry of External Affairs coordinated closely with Armenia and Azerbaijan for the evacuations.
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On April 11, 2026, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced that 312 Indian fishermen were safely evacuated from Iran to India through Armenia. This operation was part of a significant diplomatic effort by the Indian government amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia. Jaishankar expressed gratitude to Armenian officials for their assistance in the evacuation process. Earlier, on April 4, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal welcomed the fishermen upon their arrival in Chennai, describing the day as joyous for their families. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported that over 1,200 Indian nationals have been evacuated from Iran, with 996 moving to Armenia and 204 to Azerbaijan. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted the coordination between Indian authorities and the governments of Armenia and Azerbaijan to ensure the safe return of stranded nationals.
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The successful evacuation brings relief to the families of the fishermen and highlights India's commitment to protecting its citizens abroad.
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