Amid the escalating conflict in several parts of the Middle East, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today announced the establishment of a dedicated 24×7 helpline to provide immediate assistance to Punjabis stranded in the region and their families back home.The Chief Minister assured that the Punjab government is extending every possible support and is maintaining constant coordination with the Government of India to facilitate the safe and expeditious return of the affected citizens.“Due to the outbreak of serious conflicts in certain Arab countries, many Punjabis are facing grave difficulties. The state government has set up a round-the-clock helpline and control room to address their concerns without delay,” CM Mann said in a statement issued here.He appealed to families of stranded individuals to immediately contact the following numbers for any assistance:0172-22600420172-2260043WhatsApp: +91 94787 79112“The Punjab government stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the families of our youth and students stuck in these Gulf countries. We are committed to providing all necessary help and cooperation,” the Chief Minister emphasised.Reiterating the state’s proactive approach, CM Mann said the Punjab administration is in continuous touch with the Ministry of External Affairs and other concerned authorities at the Centre to ensure the prompt and secure evacuation of all stranded Punjabis.He also urged the Government of India to take immediate and decisive steps for the safe evacuation of Indian nationals, particularly those from Punjab, who are trapped in the war-affected areas of the Middle East.“The Union Government must intervene swiftly to bring our people back home safely. Punjab will extend full cooperation in every possible manner to make this happen,” he added.The Chief Minister expressed hope that the Centre would act expeditiously to extend a helping hand to all citizens caught in the crisis, ensuring their well-being and early return to their families.