Archive · 5 Jun 2025
Missing Indian Nationals Rescued in Tehran
Three men from Punjab, India, went missing in Iran.
Their families believe they were kidnapped after being promised jobs in Australia.
The families received calls and videos showing the men.
They also received ransom demands.
In June 2025, the Iranian embassy announced that the men were found and released by Tehran police.
The family of one of the men received a call from him, but is awaiting more information to confirm it is him and to celebrate his safe return.
Three Indian nationals were rescued in Tehran by police.
The men, from Punjab, India, went missing in May while traveling.
Families allege the men were kidnapped after being promised jobs in Australia.
The families received ransom demands for their release.
The Iranian embassy in India confirmed the rescue in June 2025.
- Who
- Tehran police rescued three Indian citizens.
- What
- Three Indian citizens were rescued by Tehran police.
- When
- The rescue was reported in June 2025.
- Where
- Tehran, Iran
- Why
- The families allege the men were kidnapped and held for ransom after being promised jobs in Australia.
Family's Perspective
Iranian and Indian Authorities
Cause of Disappearance
Family's Perspective
Families believe the men were kidnapped for ransom.
Iranian and Indian Authorities
The reason for the disappearance is not explicitly stated by authorities, only that they were found and released.
- Number of Individuals Rescued
- Three
- Location of Rescue
- Tehran
- Date of Rescue Announcement
- June 2025
- Origin of the Missing People
- Punjab, India
- Approximate Date of Disappearance
- May
