Wed Sep 25 17:53:51 UTC 2024: ## India Issues Travel Advisory Amidst Israel-Hezbollah War, Urging Nationals to Leave Lebanon
**New Delhi, [Date]** – Following the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the Indian government has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travelling to Lebanon and advising those already in the country to leave immediately. The advisory comes as tensions in the region continue to rise, with airstrikes and rocket attacks intensifying.
The travel advisory was issued after consultations with various stakeholders, including the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Lebanon. The advisory recommends avoiding all non-essential travel to Lebanon and advises those already there to exercise caution and consider returning to India.
Several officials across India have echoed the government’s concerns. Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Anitha Vangalapudi, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara, and Swami Srinivasananda Saraswati, President of Andhra Pradesh Sadhu Parishad, have all voiced their support for the advisory.
This comes as the international community remains deeply concerned about the escalating conflict, which has already resulted in casualties and widespread displacement. The Indian government is closely monitoring the situation and is prepared to take necessary steps to ensure the safety of its citizens in the region.