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3 August 2026

Evacuation of Sikhs from Iran

The evacuation operation serves as a practical example of the Indian government's commitment to the safety of the Indian diaspora, which is a relevant context for questions regarding India's foreign policy and diaspora engagement.

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Notes

  • Operation Sindhu was launched by the Indian government to evacuate Indian citizens, including members of the Sikh community, from the West Asia region during the recent crisis.
  • Approximately 50 members of the Sikh community were safely evacuated from Iran under this operation.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs is the primary government body responsible for coordinating such evacuation efforts.
  • Historical ties between the Sikh community and Iran date back to the fourth spiritual journey of Guru Nanak Dev, who visited the region while returning from Mecca.

Part of a longer story

This is day 9 of 14 in India's fuel pricing policy and retail market dynamics, which has been running since 28 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of 'Operation Sindhu' in the context of India's evolving policy towards the protection of its diaspora during regional geopolitical crises in West Asia. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Operation Sindhu, recently mentioned in the context of humanitarian assistance, refers to:

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