India News: The government on Tuesday appealed to all Indian nationals living in and around Afghanistan's Mazar-e-Sharif to leave for India. The government's move
Indian Government has requested nation's citizens residing in Afghanistan to return through special flight which will leave for New Delhi today in evening.
According to government data, around 1,500 Indians are currently staying in Afghanistan. Last week, the Ministry of External Affairs said in Lok Sabha that India remained vigilant and is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of Indians in the conflict-ridden country.
Until last year, India operated four consulates in Afghanistan Herat, Jalalabad, Kandahar and Mazar-e-Sharif. Last year, however, Delhi closed its consulates in Herat.