Telangana Chief Minister Calls for Vigilance Among Telugu Residents in Gulf Amid Regional Tensions
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Hyderabad, March 1 (NationPress) Telangana's Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy, has urged all Telugu individuals living in Iran and various Gulf nations to remain highly vigilant due to ongoing tensions in the region.
The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of adhering to safety protocols and staying updated on advisories and alerts issued by Indian embassies in their respective locations.
He assured that the State Government is committed to collaborating with the Union Government to facilitate the safe return of Telugu citizens in case of emergencies.
Additionally, he mentioned that the Telangana Government is actively monitoring the status of its residents in Iran and other Gulf countries.
Officials have been instructed to be prepared to implement necessary actions in coordination with the central authorities if needed, and to maintain communication with Indian embassies and consulates in these regions.
The Chief Minister reiterated that ensuring the safety of Telangana's citizens is the utmost priority for the State Government and expressed hope for the well-being of all Telugu individuals.
In related news, Ayyanna Patrudu, Speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly, has reached out to inquire about the safety of Telugu residents in Bahrain amid concerns following Iran's attack on a US naval base.
Approximately 50,000 individuals from Andhra Pradesh work in Bahrain, including many from Narsipatnam, a constituency in Anakapalli district represented by Speaker Patrudu.
The Speaker communicated with several Telugus residing in Bahrain to check on their safety and urged the entire Telugu community to stay vigilant, find shelter in safe areas, and follow local government advisories.
Ayyanna Patrudu reassured the Telugus that the state government stands ready to assist them through the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS) in case of emergencies.
He also indicated that he would coordinate with Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu if there was a need to safely repatriate Telugu citizens.