The Indian Embassy in Thailand has issued a travel advisory urging Indian citizens to avoid seven Thai provinces as armed clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify along their disputed border.
The advisory, published Friday, comes after fierce fighting erupted in the region, leaving 14 dead—including children and a soldier—and injuring dozens. Tensions have flared over territorial disputes and a recent landmine explosion that wounded Thai troops, triggering the second major armed confrontation in two months.
Thailand’s acting Prime Minister, Phumtham Wechayachai, warned that the situation “could escalate into a state of war.” The provinces listed in the advisory include Ubon Ratchathani, Surin, Sisaket, Buriram, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat—areas witnessing intense military exchanges.
Indian travellers have been advised to monitor updates through Thai official sources like the TAT Newsroom. Meanwhile, airstrikes, shelling, and rocket attacks—allegedly involving Russian-made BM-21s—continue to endanger thousands. Thailand reported over 58,000 displacements, while Cambodian officials confirmed 4,000 evacuations.
The advisory reflects rising regional instability and diplomatic strains, with both nations recently downgrading ties. India’s move aims to safeguard its nationals amid escalating violence and evolving geopolitical tensions in Southeast Asia.
