Over 300 Attacks On Indians Abroad In 5 Years; US Tops List With 33 Cases: MEA Data
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More than 300 incidents involving attacks on Indian citizens living abroad were recorded between 2021 and 2025, according to data from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The figures show significant variations across countries, with the United States recording the highest number of reported cases during the five-year period.
US, UAE And UK Among Countries With Most Cases
According to MEA data, 302 incidents of attacks on Indians were recorded across different countries between 2021 and 2025.
The five countries with the highest reported totals were:
Country | Incidents (2021–2025) |
|---|---|
United States | 33 |
United Arab Emirates | 32 |
United Kingdom | 31 |
Canada | 30 |
Ireland | 24 |
Russia recorded 23 incidents during the period, while Germany reported 19.
Attacks In US Rose Sharply In 2025
The data shows differing trends across countries.
In the United States, reported attacks rose from just one case in 2021 to 14 in 2025, making it the highest annual figure recorded in the five-year period.
The UAE also recorded its highest annual figure in 2025, with 12 incidents.
Ireland witnessed a steady increase, with reported cases rising from one in 2021 to 10 in 2025.
The trend was different in the United Kingdom, where incidents peaked at 11 in 2023 before falling to five in 2025.
Government Says Indian Diaspora’s Safety A Priority
The Ministry of External Affairs said the safety and welfare of Indian citizens abroad remains a priority for the government.
Indian diplomatic missions take up cases involving attacks on Indian nationals with authorities in the respective host countries and seek investigations and legal action against those responsible.
Emergency Support Available To Indians Abroad
The government also highlighted several mechanisms available to Indians facing distress overseas.
These include 24x7 emergency helplines operated by Indian missions, the MADAD grievance redressal platform, local panels of lawyers and financial assistance through the Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF).
Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendras also operate in major centres to provide assistance and support to members of the Indian community abroad.
