'Don’t post videos': Embassy issues fresh advisory for Indians in Saudi
Indian embassies in Saudi Arabia have issued advisories for citizens to remain vigilant and avoid sharing videos amid regional instability and flight cancellations. Major Indian airlines have suspended services to several Saudi cities until October 17 due to airport operational disruptions.
Why it matters
The situation highlights the impact of regional geopolitical tensions on international travel and the safety of expatriate populations.
NEW DELHI: Indian embassies in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday issued fresh advisories for Indian nationals amid flight disruptions following the suspension of services by Indian airlines to several Saudi cities until October 17.The Indian Embassy in Riyadh advised Indian nationals to remain calm and vigilant, stay indoors in the event of an aerial attack and follow instructions issued by local authorities through official channels. It also urged Indians to refrain from circulating or reposting videos or news related to the ongoing events.The Embassy said Air India and Air India Express had suspended flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah until October 17. Akasa Air suspended services to and from Riyadh and Jeddah, while IndiGo cancelled flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah and Medina until the same date.The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has announced the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
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