Overview
- The Ministry of External Affairs said it is closely monitoring developments and called for issues to be addressed peacefully through dialogue to preserve regional stability.
- India advised nationals to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela, urging those in-country to exercise extreme caution, restrict movements, and stay in touch with the embassy in Caracas.
- The Embassy of India is assisting the small Indian community, with contact details shared publicly and an estimated 50 NRIs and 30 PIOs in Venezuela.
- Maduro is in US custody and is expected to face narcotics and weapons charges in New York, according to US authorities.
- Venezuela declared a national emergency and its Supreme Court directed Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to assume presidential functions, while major powers including China and Russia condemned the US action.