Indian students stuck in Iran fear for safety; families plead for evacuation
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Summary
Places in Iran to which they are being relocated are no longer safe, bringing them back to India is the only solution, says AIMSA; evacuation via Armenia being considered from where students could ‘arrange and fund their return’ to India
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Sunday, 8 March 2026
Affected Population ~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right