New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- In a written reply to a query raised by Member of Parliament Debashish Samantaray in the Rajya Sabha, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) outlined the comprehensive legislative frameworks, grievance mechanisms, and financial supports dedicated to safeguarding Indian citizens working overseas.

India extended assistance to over 10,000 nationals overseas under the Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) in 2025, with an expenditure of Rs 21.88 crore, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) informed Parliament on Thursday.

The information was shared by Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha when asked about the welfare of Indians working abroad.

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