Many are enrolled in medical programmes at universities across Iran. Their institutions have not announced any postponement of exams despite the current uncertainty. This has placed students in a difficult position: either stay back to complete exams or return to India and risk losing a year
Students rally at Sharif University in Tehran on February 22, showing support for the Iranian regime. PIC/AFP
Amid growing concerns over the evolving situation in Iran, several Indian students—particularly those from Jammu and Kashmir—have expressed their desire to return home but say they are unable to do so because of upcoming examinations scheduled for March, news agency ANI reported.
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Many of these students are enrolled in medical programmes at universities across Iran. According to them, their institutions have not announced any postponement of exams despite the current uncertainty. This has placed students in a difficult position: either stay back to complete exams or return to India and risk losing an academic year. The uncertainty has also led to significant psychological stress among students and worry for their families.
The All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) has formally raised the matter with the Central government. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the association urged immediate intervention, requesting that the Indian government coordinate with Iranian authorities and universities to explore the possibility of postponing examinations so students can safely return home without jeopardising their academic progress, ANI reported.
Bilal Bhat, an Indian student currently studying in Iran, told ANI over Zoom that anxiety levels among students have risen sharply in recent weeks.
“We want to come back home. Our families are worried. But our exams are scheduled in March and there is no clarity on postponement. If we miss exams, it will affect our academic year,” he said.
Another student, Musafid, echoed the concerns of his peers.
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“We are constantly monitoring the situation. Flights are operational, but we don’t know what may happen next. Our only concern is safety and our studies,” he said, highlighting the dilemma faced by many pursuing professional degrees abroad.
Mohammad Momin Khan, President of J&K AIMSA, said the association has formally approached the Prime Minister’s Office seeking urgent assistance. He emphasised that students are not requesting immediate evacuation at this stage, but are seeking diplomatic intervention to ensure academic schedules are adjusted if necessary.
Families of students back home are closely monitoring developments, hoping for clarity in the coming days. Meanwhile, many students remain in a wait-and-watch mode, balancing academic responsibilities with safety concerns amid the uncertain geopolitical situation.
(With ANI inputs)
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