Over 200 Kashmiri students studying in Iran are currently stranded at the Azerbaijan border, prompting urgent appeals from their families to the central government. These students, primarily from Jammu and Kashmir, face mounting financial and medical challenges as the repatriation process stalls. Families are expressing deep concern over the slow pace of arrangements for their safe return, highlighting the growing distress among the stranded youth.

The students were pursuing their education in various Iranian institutions, particularly in the provinces of Isfahan and Golestan. As the situation in the region became tense, they attempted to return home, crossing the Iran-Armenia border as a crucial step. However, upon reaching the Azerbaijan border, they encountered significant logistical hurdles and delays, exacerbating their predicament.

Families report that the students have been forced to bear all their travel expenses, a considerable burden on already strained household budgets. They urge the government to take over the responsibility of repatriation arrangements to alleviate further hardship. Many students had expected to complete their journey home between March 20th and 25th, including those from Shiraz University.

Adding to the concern, over a hundred students are held up at the Azerbaijan border due to prolonged administrative procedures. Reports indicate that only a small number of students, between six to ten daily, are being issued exit codes, leading to an extremely slow clearance process. Some have been waiting at the border since March 12th, resulting in missed flights and financial losses.

The situation remains critical, with around 250 Kashmiri students still at the border. Several have developed symptoms of chest infections and flu, with limited access to proper medical care. Although 151 Indian students successfully crossed the Iran-Azerbaijan border in the last 24 hours, the plight of those still waiting underscores the urgent need for government intervention.