India Puts Complete Ban On Citizens Travelling to War-Torn Libya

There are no exception cases being considered by the Indian government.

Military units operated by the Tripoli government in Sirte, which the ISIS fought with for control of Sirte. (Photo: AP)

• Looking at the growing security concerns in Libya, Indians with no exceptions have been banned from traveling to Libya, effective 3 May,

In view of prevailing security situation in Libya, security threats and challenges to lives of Indian nationals in Libya, the Government has decided to impose travel ban on Indian nationals planning to travel to Libya irrespective of the purpose. 

<b>Travel Advisory, </b><b>MEA</b>

• The MEA’s announcement comes a day after reports of a former Libyan minister being killed in clashes between government forces and ISIS fighters in Sirte. Libya is witnessing increased violence due to clashes between them.
  

(With inputs from PTI)