Israel flies out 240 Bnei Menashe from Mizoram amid war scare
Israel initiated 'Operation Wings of Dawn' to fly out 240 members of the Bnei Menashe community from Mizoram to Tel Aviv, amidst the ongoing war in West Asia. This is the first of three batches, with a total of around 600 individuals expected. The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) is facilitating the move, settling families in absorption centres in Nof HaGalil and Kiryat Yam. India clarified it did not facilitate the flight, stating its responsibility is to prevent human trafficking and ensure legal migration. The operation proceeds despite India's travel advisory due to security risks in Israel, particularly in northern areas targeted by Hezbollah.
Key Points
- Israel's 'Operation Wings of Dawn' is relocating members of the Bnei Menashe community from Northeast India to Israel.
- The first batch of 240 individuals from Mizoram has been flown to Tel Aviv, with a total of 600 expected.
- The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) is spearheading the initiative, settling new arrivals in Nof HaGalil and Kiryat Yam.
- India maintains a travel advisory for its nationals in Israel due to the prevailing security situation and missile attacks from Iran and Hezbollah.
- The operation is considered a religious process by Israeli agencies, proceeding despite India's security concerns.
Exam Facts
- Operation Wings of Dawn is the name of the Israeli initiative.
- Approximately 240 individuals from the Bnei Menashe community were flown out from Mizoram.
- The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) is facilitating the relocation.
- India has maintained a travel advisory for Israel since February 28, when the U.S.-Israel war against Iran started.
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