The Indian embassy in Ukraine on Thursday asked Indians in that country to maintain calm and remain safe wherever they are.
The Indian embassy issued a fresh advisory as Russia carries out a military operation in Ukraine, triggering a major confrontation between the two sides.
”The present situation in Ukraine is highly uncertain. Please maintain calm and remain safe wherever you are, be it in your homes, hostels, accommodations or in transit,” the Indian embassy said.
”All those who are travelling to Kyiv, including those travelling from western parts of Kyiv, are advised to return to their respective cities. temporarily, especially towards safer places along the western bordering countries,” it said.
Official sources in New Delhi said India is looking at ways to assist its nationals, especially the students, in Ukraine.
They said India is closely monitoring the ”rapidly changing” situation in Ukraine and how to assist the Indians in that country.
”We are closely monitoring the rapidly changing situation. Focus is on safety and security of Indians, particularly students,” said a source.
The embassy has said further advisories will be issued for any updates.
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