Investigating missing of Indian nationals case, stay vigilant against illegal travel agents: Iran
PTC News Desk: Iran on Thursday said that it is investigating the disappearance of three Indian nationals who went missing earlier this month while urging to stay cautious against illegal travel agents.
In a statement, the Iranian embassy in New Delhi said, "The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities."
The Indian embassy in Tehran had raised the matter after receiving information about disappearance of Indian nationals, all residents of Punjab. The families have alleged kidnapping for ransom .
"The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities, and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced, and their safety should be ensured," the mission said in a post on X.
In response, the Iranian embassy said that the Indian mission in Tehran is being kept informed of updates through official channels.
It also issued a warning: "Given the nature of this incident, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to be deceived by the promises of unauthorized individuals or illegal Indian agencies offering travel to other countries."
- With inputs from agencies
