Shelter in homes, avoid going out: MEA issues travel advisory for Indian citizens in Nepal

In a statement, the MEA urged Indians currently in Nepal to shelter at their residences, avoid venturing out, and follow local safety advisories as well as guidance from the Embassy of India in Kathmandu.

By: Express Web Desk

New Delhi | Updated: September 9, 2025 04:38 PM IST

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People look at a burnt police vehicle during protests against social media ban and corruption in Kathmandu, Nepal. (AP/PTI)

The Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday advised Indian citizens to defer travel to Nepal until the situation stabilises.

“In view of the developing situation in Nepal, Indian citizens are advised to defer travel there until the situation has stabilised,” the MEA said in a statement.

“Indian citizens presently in Nepal are advised to shelter in their current places of residence, avoid going out onto the streets and exercise all due caution,” it added, advising citizens to follow local safety advisories for the Embassy and local authorities.

For assistance, the Embassy has provided emergency helpline numbers:

+977 980 860 2881 (WhatsApp available)

+977 981 032 6134 (WhatsApp available)

The advisory was issued in New Delhi on September 9, 2025.

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