More than 6000 laborers of UP stranded in Israel, Yogi government on high alert, issued emergency helpline numbers

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News India Live, Digital Desk: According to the latest report of March 1, 2026, the total population of Uttar Pradesh in Israel 6,004 construction workers Working in various projects. In view of the retaliatory attacks by Iran and instability in the region, the UP government is taking moment-to-moment updates.

1. All workers safe (Status of Workers)

Labor Minister of UP Anil Rajbhar And the Principal Secretary (Labour) has clarified that:

All 6,004 workers currently present in Israel completely safe Are.

Most workers are in buildings where Designated Shelters are available.

These workers were selected in 2024 through ‘National Skill Development Corporation’ (NSDC) and Israeli government agency PIBA.

2. Strict instructions of Yogi government (Action Plan)

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the officials to continuously contact the families of the workers stranded in Israel so that they do not panic.

24×7 monitoring: Continuous coordination is being made with the Indian Embassy in Israel (Tel Aviv) from the control room in Lucknow.

Conversation with the Ambassador: Senior officials of UP met the Ambassador of India to Israel J.P. Lion Have spoken to on phone, who have assured that the situation is under control.

3. Important Helpline Numbers (Emergency Contacts)

If you have any relatives in Israel, you can contact them on these numbers:

Embassy of India (Tel Aviv) Helpline: +972-54-7520711, +972-54-2428378

PIBA Helpline (Israel): 1-700-707-889

Email: cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in

Advisory issued for workers

The Government of India and the UP Administration have issued the following advice to citizens living in Israel:

Be alert: Strictly follow the instructions of the local administration and ‘Home Front Command’.

Limit movement: Avoid unnecessary travel and stay close to safe places or shelters.

Stay in touch: Make sure to register yourself with the embassy and keep an eye on emergency messages.

special Notes: The Uttar Pradesh government has assured that in case of any emergency, prompt action will be taken in coordination with the Central Government to bring back the workers or take them to a safe place.