India’s External Affairs Ministry, via spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, issued a travel advisory Friday for its citizens in France, Italy and Belgium amid escalating protests over the cost of living. Citizens are urged to stay alert.
The demonstrations, which began over shortages in schools and escalated into nationwide anti‑government protests, turned violent last week. Loosely, hundreds have been injured.
The Indian Embassy in Paris released a warning on X, stressing the need to avoid large crowds and comply with French curfews. The embassy will monitor the situation.
Citizens should heed local advisories, avoid protest zones, and maintain communication with their consular posts. The consular staff will provide real-time updates and coordinate with French authorities to ensure safety.
The ministry has pledged to keep monitoring; further advisories will be issued if the unrest escalates.