The Belagavi district administration has set up a helpline to help travelers stranded in West Asian countries.
Due to the unstable situation prevailing in some countries of the region, international flight services have been interrupted.
Residents of Belagavi district or their relatives may contact the following telephone numbers for further information and assistance: District Emergency Operation Center 0831-2407290, 080-22340676, 080-22253707 or toll free number: 1070.
Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Roshan urged travelers from the state to strictly follow the safety guidelines issued by the local governments. Those in need should call the helpline of the Indian Embassy in the respective country or register on the Sarthi Sahayata portal.
Mr. Roshan said that in case of visa issues, the nearest FRRO office should be contacted.
The airspace of a total of 11 countries, including Iran, Israel, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia, was closed until March 2. Due to this unexpected disruption, many passengers from Karnataka were stranded in various countries including UAE, especially Dubai.
As per the instructions of Chief Minister and Revenue Minister, State and District Emergency Operation Centers are functioning round the clock.
The officers are constantly following the instructions issued by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy, the report said.
Published – 1 March 2026 21:18 IST
