Siliguri, March 2 -- BJP MP Raju Bista on Monday Centre is closely watching the evolving security situation in the Middle East to ensure the safety of millions of Indian nationals residing in the region.

"Millions of Indians live in the UAE and the Middle East region. The government of India is monitoring the situation that has developed, and several advisories have been issued by the Government of India... I think the situation will soon move towards restoration of peace. I hope that what is happening stops as soon as possible. Any kind of attack is not appropriate in today's era. Whatever disputes there are, they should be resolved through dialogue, and India has always been in favor of this," Bista said.

Meanwhile, India has issued a...