The government on Sunday issued a Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) for the return of Indians stranded abroad due to the coronavirus lockdown, saying it will be a paid service and preference will be given to those who are in distress, who have lost their jobs or to pregnant women.

MHA issues SOP for stranded Indians who wish to return

India is set to launch the second phase of repatriation plan called the 'Vande Bharat' mission from May 16.149 flights will be operated in this second phase to bring back Indian nationals stranded in other countries due to lockdown.

India set to launch 2nd phase of repatriation plan 'Vande Bharat' mission from May 16

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MHA issues SOP for stranded Indians who wish to return

India set to launch 2nd phase of repatriation plan 'Vande Bharat' mission from May 16