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FSUI urges government action as stranded Indian seafarers return from Iran via perilous Armenia routes
International
Published on 1 May 2026
Many are routing home through Armenia’s toughest passages
FSUI says Indian seafarers stranded in Iran and nearby regions are returning in phases, with many reportedly taking difficult routes through Armenia amid the West Asia conflict. FSUI General Secretary Manoj Kumar Yadav urged the government to intensify support for those affected, citing the risks and complexity of getting people home.
- Indian seafarers stuck in Iran are returning in phases
- Many have reportedly taken difficult routes through Armenia
- FSUI urges the government to step up efforts and support
- Return journeys are shaped by ongoing West Asia conflict
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