New Delhi: India on Sunday said it was watching developments in Venezuela “very closely” after reports of US military action and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, urging all sides to step back from escalation and resolve issues through peaceful dialogue.
In its first formal response, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the situation as a “matter of deep concern” and underlined India’s priority: the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people.
India’s official response
The MEA said India supports calm and stability in the region and called on all concerned parties to address differences through dialogue rather than force. “India reaffirms its support to the well-being and safety of the people of Venezuela,” the statement said.
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The Indian Embassy in Caracas has been in touch with members of the Indian community and is extending all possible assistance. New Delhi has also advised its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Venezuela and asked those already there to exercise extreme caution and remain in contact with the embassy. Officials estimate there are around 50 non-resident Indians and about 30 people of Indian origin in the country.
What the US has said
The US administration said American forces carried out strikes in and around Caracas and detained President Maduro and his wife. Speaking to reporters, US President Donald Trump said Washington would temporarily “run” Venezuela until a political transition could be arranged. He also indicated that US oil companies could help revive Venezuela’s damaged energy infrastructure.
US authorities have accused the Maduro government of links to drug cartels—allegations Caracas has consistently denied. The US claims the action followed months of pressure, including seizures of oil tankers and operations against alleged drug-smuggling networks in the Caribbean.
Caracas pushes back
Venezuela declared a national emergency and condemned the US move as “extremely serious military aggression,” rejecting the allegations and accusing Washington of violating its sovereignty. Officials in Caracas said the action was aimed at gaining control over the country’s vast oil reserves—estimated at about 303 billion barrels.
Global reaction grows
The developments have drawn sharp reactions worldwide. Several Latin American governments criticised the US action. Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said the operation crossed “an unacceptable line,” warning it undermines international law.
China and Russia also condemned the use of force, calling it a violation of Venezuela’s sovereignty and urging de-escalation. France said any lasting political solution cannot be imposed from outside and must be decided by the Venezuelan people themselves.
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Why it matters
The situation raises fresh questions about regional stability in Latin America and the limits of military intervention. For India, the focus remains on protecting its nationals and supporting a peaceful outcome, even as the crisis continues to unfold with competing claims and no independent verification of several details.
