New Delhi, March 30 (NationPress) The flight landscape from the Gulf nations is steadily improving, with approximately 85 flights anticipated to operate from the UAE to India on Monday. Additionally, flights continue from various airports in Saudi Arabia and Oman to different locations in India, as reported by the Ministry of External Affairs.

With a partial reopening of the Qatar airspace, Qatar Airways is projected to operate around 10 flights to India on the same day.

However, the airspaces of Kuwait and Bahrain remain closed. Jazeera Airways and Gulf Air are conducting non-scheduled commercial flights from Dammam Airport in Saudi Arabia to various destinations in India.

Airlines are offering limited non-scheduled flights based on safety and operational considerations, with around 550,000 passengers having returned to India since February 28.

Given the airspace restrictions, Indian nationals are being assisted in traveling via alternative routes, including from Iran through Armenia and Azerbaijan, from Israel through Egypt and Jordan, from Iraq through Jordan and Saudi Arabia, as well as from Kuwait and Bahrain via Saudi Arabia.

In a tragic incident, an Indian national lost his life in an attack in Kuwait. The Indian government has extended condolences to the bereaved family, and the mission is actively coordinating with local authorities for the swift repatriation of the deceased's remains.

A total of 8 Indian nationals have lost their lives in various incidents, and one remains missing, with ongoing coordination between missions and local authorities to provide support to the affected families, as stated.

The ministry continues to closely monitor the evolving circumstances in the Gulf and West Asia, prioritizing the safety, security, and welfare of the Indian community.

Special attention is being given to Indian seafarers, with missions maintaining consistent communication with crew members to offer consular assistance, facilitate family communication, and assist with repatriation requests.

The welfare of Indian students in Gulf countries is also receiving significant attention, ensuring their academic year remains unaffected.

Missions are collaborating with local authorities, Indian schools, relevant education boards, and the National Testing Agency to address academic concerns. The CBSE has announced an assessment scheme for declaring Class X and XII results in the region. Meanwhile, concerns regarding ICSE, Kerala Boards, and exams like JEE and NEET are being addressed through ongoing outreach efforts to students and parents.