Srinagar, June 16 -- People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti has urged the Union Government to take immediate steps to ensure the safe return of Indian students who are stranded in Iran amidst the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.

Taking to 'X', Mehbooba Mufti wrote, "Families of the stranded students in Iran are growing increasingly anxious with each passing day. I earnestly urge the Ministry of External Affairs to intervene and take immediate steps to ensure the safe return of their loved ones."

Earlier on Sunday, the Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively working to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian students studying in Iran amid the current security situation, according to a statement from the Minister of External Af...