India has repatriated more than 2,764 seafarers from the Gulf region while around 12.96 lakh passengers have returned from West Asia since February 28.
The Centre said all Indian seafarers in the region are safe and no incident involving Indian-flagged vessels was reported in the past 24 hours.
Of the total seafarers repatriated, 24 returned in the last 24 hours from different locations across the Gulf.
The Ministry of External Affairs said it remains focused on the safety and welfare of Indians in West Asia and is monitoring developments closely.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has also put in place measures to safeguard Indian vessels and seafarers operating in the region.
According to the government, nearly 12,96,000 passengers have travelled from West Asia to India since February 28, up from 12.38 lakh reported earlier this week.
Indian nationals have been advised to avoid travel to Iran, while those already there have been
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