Advisory for Indian nationals in Afghanistan: 'Security situation dangerous'

NEW DELHI: The Indian embassy in Afghanistan has issued an advisory for Indian nationals, urging "utmost vigilance" at all times.
It has advised against all avoidable travel and asked Indians staying, visiting or working in that country to be cautious, in view of the security situation.
The two-page notice described the security situation in several provinces as "dangerous," and said civilians including Indian nationals could be targeted or kidnapped.

The advisory also urged caution during movements.
"It is recommended that all types of non-essential movements be avoided. Movements especially during peak commuting hours should also be avoided. While traveling on roads, maintain distance from possible targets like military convoys, vehicles of government ministries/ offices, high ranking officials, law enforcement agencies, and avoid visiting crowded markets, shopping complexes, mandis, restaurants, and other public places," it said.

India has already scaled down its operations in several missions in Afghanistan. Most of Indian missions are currently functioning with only local employees, after Indian nationals were moved out.
Taliban forces have wrested control in vast swathes of territory in Afghanistan since the pullout of US troops. Government forces have been forced to cede control in face of Taliban attacks.
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