Iran-Israel conflict: Hyderabadis in Tehran on edge as tensions flare, Indian embassy warns citizens to leave immediately
The panic followed an advisory issued by the Indian embassy on Tuesday, urging Indians in Iran with access to transportation to leave immediately.
Over the years, many from Hyderabad have migrated to Iran for work in sectors such as dry fruits, pharma, mining, and petrochemicals.
Mannan Raza, a resident of Hyderabad's Banjara Hills who owns a construction company in Tehran's Punak area, drove to Qom on Tuesday along with his wife to stay at his brother's house. 'The situation is very bad. Unlike before, people are genuinely worried now because the war is intensifying every day. Air attacks are frequent, like firecrackers,' he told
TOI
after reaching around evening.
Raza added that Qom is currently overcrowded due to a large influx of people fleeing Tehran. 'People prefer coming to Qom than Karaj, which is just 40 km from Tehran, because they believe it is safer. Hotels are not only costly but also full. My wife and I were lucky to stay with my brother, but many are struggling to find shelter,' Raza said.
Indian authorities began evacuating students on Tuesday, with over 100 reportedly transported via Armenia.
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'So far, only students are being evacuated, not other residents,' Raza said.
Many Indians, particularly Shias from Hyderabad, also travel to Iran for religious pilgrimages.
Meanwhile, some have opted to stay in Tehran. Kulsum Fatima Hussain, also from Banjara Hills, has lived in Tehran's Yosef Abad for over a decade since her marriage. 'A week-long holiday has been declared. People are still visiting shops and supermarkets, but schools will remain shut until September,' she said.
Back in Hyderabad, families are growing increasingly anxious. 'We are unable to contact my cousin's son, who studies medicine in Tehran. We're hoping authorities will evacuate them,' said a relative, requesting anonymity.
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