Bhubaneswar, March 1: Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Sunday said Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has engaged in discussions with the Central Government to secure the safe return of Odias stranded in Dubai and other conflict-affected regions.

According to official sources, the Ministry of External Affairs has already initiated evacuation measures. The process is being carried out in coordination with the state government to ensure the smooth and safe repatriation of those affected.

Harichandan stated that the rescue operation is underway and emphasized that the Centre is committed to bringing back not only Odias but all Indians stranded abroad.

He noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is closely monitoring the situation to ensure that citizens do not face hardship and can return home safely.

Harichandan said the Ministry is taking all necessary steps to facilitate the evacuation from Dubai, adding that both the Prime Minister and the Central Government are working to ensure the stranded individuals are brought back without inconvenience.

He also highlighted that the Chief Minister has been in constant touch with the Centre to expedite the process.