India has urged citizens and students in France and Italy to remain cautious amid protests and violent clashes. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal advised following embassy guidance and local authorities’ instructions. Indian missions warned against visiting protest sites and crowded areas, while demonstrations have reportedly disrupted transport and prompted security measures in affected cities.

New Delhi, Nov 3: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday advised Indian nationals in France and Italy, including students, to follow the advisories issued by embassies and the local authorities amid the ongoing protests in Europe.

“Regarding the disturbances and ongoing protests in Europe, our Embassies in France and Italy have issued advisories,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at the weekly media briefing in New Delhi.

Indian Embassy Issues Advisory In France

The Indian Embassy in France had issued a travel and safety advisory following protests over the rising cost of living that broke out into violent clashes. It had urged Indian nationals and travellers to stay alert and take care, especially in crowded places or where demonstrations were happening.

The Embassy had said protests and civil unrest in France had led to localised curfews and potential delays or reductions in road travel and public transport. In a post on X, it had asked Indian nationals to avoid large gatherings and follow the instructions of the French authorities, and advised travellers to check with airlines or travel agencies for schedule changes.