Over 2500 Indian seafarers repatriated as West Asia security tightens

India’s DG shipping control room logged thousands of calls

India is continuing repatriation operations from West Asia and the Gulf as the security situation evolves, with officials confirming that more than 2,500 Indian seafarers are being brought back. The DG shipping control room, activated to manage coordination, has reportedly received 6,918 calls and 14,605 emails, with safety prioritized across locations.