Kerala CM expresses concern over conflict in Gulf region, urges expatriates to stay alert
Thiruvananthapuram (PTI) Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday expressed concern over the escalating crisis in the Gulf region and conveyed Kerala’s solidarity with the Gulf nations and their people.
In a Facebook post, Vijayan said the developments in the Gulf were causing deep anxiety in Kerala, noting that the region is like a second home to lakhs of Malayalis whose hard work and sweat have shaped its growth.
“It would not be an exaggeration to say that almost every household in Kerala has at least one person connected to the Gulf,” he said.
The chief minister expressed hope that peace and stability would prevail in the Gulf countries and that their leaders would overcome the crisis through wise decisions based on humanity and mutual understanding.
He urged expatriates to strictly follow the instructions issued by the authorities and local administrations in the countries where they reside.
He also asked them to remain in constant contact with Indian embassies and consulates and to rely only on official information.
Vijayan cautioned against believing or spreading baseless news and rumours and appealed to people not to circulate content that could create unnecessary panic, whether through social media or other means.
Stating that Malayalis have always overcome crises by standing united with mutual care and solidarity, he said such unity was essential at this juncture as well.
The state government stands in full support of expatriates and their families in Kerala, he said, adding that in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, the government is intervening at all possible levels to ensure their safety.
He also said NORKA Roots under the state government is actively involved in providing necessary assistance and requested members of the Loka Kerala Sabha in Gulf countries to continue their engagement in the efforts.
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After disruptions in Middle East, Air India Express to resume Muscat operations From March 3
New Delhi (PTI): Air India Express will restart flights to and from Muscat on Tuesday after suspending services in the wake of the Middle East conflict.
The airline's services to Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE will remain suspended until 2359 hours IST on March 3.
In a statement on Monday, the Tata Group-owned carrier said it would resume operations to and from Muscat starting Tuesday (March 3), with scheduled services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai, and Tiruchirappalli.
The first Air India Express flight from Muscat will operate to Tiruchirappally, departing at 1025 hours local time, it added.
Many airspaces in the Middle East are closed due to the conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran, as a result of flight operations have been impacted.
