Indian MBBS Students Trapped in Iran Beg for Rescue
Hundreds of Indian medical students currently studying in Iran are now caught in the crossfire of escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. As missile and drone attacks intensify, students report sleepless nights, panic, and a growing fear for their safety.
Most students who came to Iran with dreams of becoming doctors now say they are struggling just to survive.
Students Forced to Shelter in Basements
“I woke up at 2:30 in the morning to the sound of loud explosions. We rushed to the basement and have barely slept since,” said Imtisal Mohidin, a third-year MBBS student at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran.
He is one of more than 350 Indian students enrolled at the university, which has now suspended classes due to the increasing danger. According to Mohidin, one of the recent explosions occurred just 5 kilometres from their student apartments. “We hear blasts almost every night. It’s mentally exhausting,” he shared.
Constant Anxiety, Even in Supposedly ‘Safer’ Areas
The fear is not limited to Tehran. In Kerman, where conditions were previously considered more stable, panic is now spreading too.
“We even heard gunshots in our city,” said Faizan Nabi, a first-year student at Kerman University of Medical Sciences. “We’ve been advised to store water for 3–4 days. That shows how bad it’s getting.”
Faizan, who is from Srinagar, added, “My parents call me at least ten times a day. But due to the slow internet, I can barely send a WhatsApp message. We came here to study medicine. Now we’re just trying to stay alive.”
Sleepless Nights and Mental Fatigue: “We Are Frightened”
Another student, Midhat, a fourth-year MBBS student at Iran University of Medical Sciences, described the first night of missile strikes as “the most horrifying experience” of her life. “Blasts were happening just a few kilometres away. Everyone around us was panicking. My family checks on me constantly. We are glued to the news for updates,” said Midhat, a native of Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir.
Indian Embassy is in Touch, But Evacuation is Still Uncertain
Due to the ongoing conflict, Iran’s airspace remains restricted, making it nearly impossible for students to leave the country on their own. Although the Indian Embassy in Iran is maintaining contact with students through WhatsApp and emergency advisories, many say it’s not enough.
“The Embassy has been supportive and shared helpline numbers, but we’re really frightened. We urgently request the Government of India to evacuate us before the situation becomes worse,” Mohidin appealed.
The Embassy has also asked Indian nationals to join a Telegram group for real-time updates.
Lack of Institutional Support
While the embassy is doing what it can, students say their universities haven’t provided enough guidance or protection. “Most of us are just staying inside. There is no clear information about what’s next. We don’t know how long this will continue,” Midhat added.
Conclusion : From Medical Aspirants to War Survivors
As the conflict escalates, Indian students in Iran remain trapped in an uncertain and unsafe environment. Their message is clear: they came to Iran to become doctors, not to live in fear. With growing anxiety and limited resources, these young students are desperately hoping for a safe and swift evacuation.
Source: Inputs from various media Sources
Priya Bairagi
Reviewed by Dr Aarti Nehra (MBBS, MMST)
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
