Tehran police rescues 3 missing Indians in Iran

In a significant development, the Iranian Embassy in India has confirmed that three Indian nationals who had gone missing in Iran last month have been successfully rescued. The news comes as a huge relief to the families and the Indian authorities who were anxiously following the case.

According to reports, the local police in Iran were instrumental in locating the missing individuals. The embassy posted on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Three missing Indian citizens freed by Tehran police.” This update followed continuous diplomatic engagement between India and Iran over the past few weeks.

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had earlier acknowledged that it was in regular communication with Iranian authorities to track the missing individuals. Although the identity and reason for their disappearance have not been disclosed yet, officials have confirmed their safety and release.

The incident had created concern among Indian officials and the diaspora, particularly due to the lack of initial clarity over their whereabouts. Their return now signals the effective coordination between Indian diplomatic channels and Iranian law enforcement.

As of now, there has been no statement from the rescued individuals or their families. However, officials suggest they may have either lost contact due to travel disruptions or possibly been in custody for undisclosed reasons before being released. The Indian government has thanked the Iranian authorities for their prompt action in ensuring the safety of its nationals.