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India has launched Operation Sindhu to evacuate Indian citizens from Iran amid rising tensions and the threat of a military strike due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. 

About Operation Sindhu 

• Launched by the Government of India to evacuate Indians from Iran. 
• Triggered by the worsening conflict between Iran and Israel. 
• Over 10,000 Indians are currently in Iran, including 6,000 students. 
• In the first phase, 110 Indian students from northern Iran were safely transported to Yerevan, Armenia, by road. 
• The evacuation was coordinated by the Indian Missions in Iran and Armenia. 
• A 24×7 Control Room has been set up in New Delhi to monitor and support operations. 
• The Indian Embassy in Tehran has also activated a 24×7 emergency helpline for citizens. 
• More evacuation phases are planned based on how the situation develops. 

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