Amid heightened tensions in the region following the April 22 (Tuesday) terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to both Jammu & Kashmir in India and to Pakistan.
“In view of the volatile security situation between India and Pakistan, Singaporeans are advised to defer all non-essential travel to Jammu & Kashmir in India, and to Pakistan. Travellers should exercise precaution, especially at the border regions between Pakistan and India,” the statement read.
MFA has issued a Travel Advisory for (i) the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, India; and (ii) Pakistan.
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The advisory further urged Singaporeans to take all necessary precautions for their safety, including registering their presence with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Singaporeans in India and Pakistan advised to stay alert
“Singaporeans in India and Pakistan are advised to remain vigilant and take all necessary precautions for personal safety, including avoiding large gatherings, monitoring local news closely, heeding instructions of local authorities, and eRegistering with MFA at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg,” the advisory read.
Additionally, the statement provided detailed contact information for Singapore’s diplomatic missions in India, should any citizen require consular assistance.
“Singaporeans in India and Pakistan who require consular assistance should contact: High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in New Delhi- Address: E-6 Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, 24-hour duty mobile phone: +91-981-020-3595, Landline: +91-11-4600-0800, Email: singhc_del@mfa.sg”.
Emergency contact numbers for assistance
“Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Chennai- 17-A North Boag Road, T.Nagar, Chennai- 600017, Tamil Nadu. 24 hour duty mobile phone: +91-984-003-3136, Landline: +91-44-2815-8207, Email: singcon_maa@mfa.sg.”
“Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Mumbai- 152, 14th Floor, Maker Chambers IV, 222, Jamnalal Bajaj Road, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400-02. 24hour duty mobile phone: +91-829-103-2836, Landline: +91-22-6150-2900. Email: singcon_bom@mfa.sg” the advisory read.
Meanwhile, Indian defence officials confirmed that the Army continues to monitor ceasefire violations by Pakistan closely. This follows precise strikes carried out by Indian forces on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir under Operation Sindoor, as of Wednesday (May 7).