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New Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Andhra government acts swiftly to bring back students from border states
VIJAYAWADA: Amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, the Andhra Pradesh government has launched a swift operation to safely bring back its students studying in border states, including Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. Under the direction of Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the state government is providing shelter, food, and logistical support to students returning home. So far, 441 students have arrived at AP Bhavan in Delhi, with 158 already reunited with their families in Andhra Pradesh. The remaining 283 students, including 130 from NIT Srinagar, 120 from LPU University, 16 from Sher-e-Kashmir University, and 10 from Lamrin Tech Skills University in Punjab, are currently being housed at the Bhavan. Another 20 students from NIT Srinagar are expected to arrive in Delhi by Monday evening. The government has issued 40 Emergency Quota (EQ) train tickets and arranged meals for 300 students at AP Bhavan.
India Gazette
12-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Andhra Pradesh govt evacuates 441 students from border states amid India-Pakistan tensions
Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], May 12 (ANI): Amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, the Andhra Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of its students and ensure that no Andhra Pradesh student studying in border states feels abandoned or alone. The state is working with concern and urgency around the clock to bring its students back safely from regions like Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. It is providing them with shelter, food, and support as they travel back to their homes. As per a release, 441 students have reached Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in Delhi, of whom 158 have already returned to their hometowns in Andhra Pradesh. 283 students are currently staying at the Bhavan. These include 130 students from NIT Srinagar, 120 from LPU University, 16 from Sher-e-Kashmir University, and 10 from Lamrin Tech Skills University in Punjab. An additional 20 students from NIT Srinagar are expected to arrive by Monday evening. To facilitate their travel, the government has issued 40 Emergency Quota (EQ) letters for train tickets, and food is being arranged for 300 students currently at AP Bhavan. The state is making all necessary arrangements to ensure these students return home safely and with dignity. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu paid tribute to army jawan Murali Naik, who was killed in the line of duty during cross-border firing by the Pakistani forces along the Line of Control (LoC). According to an official release from the TDP, CM Naidu condoled the demise of the young soldier from Ananthapuram district. Naidu spoke with Murali's parents, Jyotibai and Ram Naik, and assured them of the state government's support. He praised Murali's invaluable service in the army over the past two years and called on everyone to stand united with patriotism and vigilance. CM Naidu also urged everybody to observe two minutes of silence in honour of Naik's sacrifice. As per reports, Agniveer M Murali Naik was injured during heavy shelling from the Pakistan side on Thursday. He was later taken to the hospital for treatment, but succumbed to injuries on Friday morning. (ANI)
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
476 people from Andhra, Telangana evacuated from states bordering Pakistan
A total of 476 students and residents from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have been safely evacuated from Jammu and Kashmir and other states bordering Pakistan. According to a statement, 350 students from Andhra Pradesh have reached the national capital, including 100 who arrived on Sunday from Jammu and Kashmir and adjoining states. #Operation Sindoor India responds to Pak's ceasefire violation; All that happened India-Pakistan ceasefire reactions: Who said what Punjab's hopes for normalcy dimmed by fresh violations "Ninety students have already departed for their respective hometowns across Andhra Pradesh while 260 remain under our care," an Andhra Pradesh Bhavan statement said on Sunday. The Andhra Pradesh Bhavan has set up a 24x7 Control Room in Delhi to assist people from the state who are in border areas, the official added. Separately, the Telangana government said that 126 persons have reached the Telangana Bhavan so far, with 91 arriving since last midnight. The evacuees include 50 students from NIT Srinagar, students and faculty from the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences , employees working in J-K, and students from Lovely Professional University in Punjab, it said. Live Events "Fifty-seven persons have already left for their hometowns after receiving assistance, while the remaining are being accommodated at the Telangana Bhawan ," the official stated. Both state bhavans are providing free food, lodging, medical aid and transportation facilities to the evacuees. India and Pakistan reached an understanding on May 10, stopping all military actions following the most severe confrontation between the two countries in decades. The escalation was triggered by a terror attack on tourists on April 22 which killed 26 civilians.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
AP Bhavan opens help desk to assist Andhra Pradesh students stranded in Jammu and Kashmir
Vijayawada: Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the Andhra Pradesh Bhavan in New Delhi opened a dedicated help desk to assist students stuck in Jammu and Kashmir to return to their native places in Andhra Bhavan liaisoning officer V Suresh Babu told TOI that around 350 students studying at NIT Srinagar , Agriculture Sciences & Technology College of Jammu, along with students from LPU in Punjab, safely arrived at AP Bhavan in New Delhi by Sunday evening."Out of the 350 students, 150 students already departed to their native places in AP in the last two days, while the remaining 200 students are being provided with free food and accommodation, even as travel facilities are being arranged by the authorities," Suresh Babu elaborated: "It is estimated that a total of 2,000 students from AP are studying in various colleges in J&K. A majority of students left for their hometowns, with just 600 being left, wherein 350 have been safely brought to AP Bhavan in Delhi."He added that more students are expected to arrive at AP Bhavan by Sunday night, who would be sent back to their native places through trains at the to the AP resident commissioner, students stranded in J&K from AP are directed to contact the 24X7 round-the-clock helpline established at AP Bhavan and contact the following numbers: 011-23387089 and 9871999430. For more assistance, the students are directed to contact AP Bhavan deputy commissioner MVS Rama Rao at 9871990081 and liaisoning officer V Suresh Babu at 9818395787. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
The Print
11-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Southern students from Kashmir sheltered at Delhi bhawans left in limbo about return
Pakistani troops resorted to heavy shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir after the strikes. The students were evacuated from the valley after tensions between the two countries escalated when India on May 7 carried out Operation Sindoor, striking nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and PoK to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam attack that left 26 people dead. New Delhi, May 11 (PTI) Students from south India who left their universities in Kashmir during the India-Pakistan military conflict are in limbo about returning to complete their courses as they take shelter at various state bhawans in Delhi. 'Messages used to come whenever there were blackouts, and we had to rush to the ground floor. During the blackout, we didn't know what to do,' said a student from Andhra Pradesh studying at NIT Srinagar. The student alleged that the university administration didn't help them. 'We arranged our travel on our own, and now we're being looked after at our state bhawan in Delhi.' As they take shelter in the national capital, the students are uncertain about their return to the valley to complete their studies. 'We all had to fight with our parents to study in Kashmir, now we have to convince them again to return and finish our studies,' said Anandi, a student from Tamil Nadu, reflecting the dilemma faced by several southern students evacuated from Jammu and Kashmir. Anandi, who is pursuing MSc from Sher-e-Kashmir Agriculture University, recalled the fear that crept in slowly. 'We were asked to stay on campus after the Pahalgam attack. Then we started hearing sirens, missile sounds, drone sounds. We weren't sure what it was.' 'We had mock drills while observing complete blackouts. The university did nothing. We had to pressure them through the Tamil Nadu government,' she said. 'We had to convince our parents to take admission in Kashmir and now again, we have to convince our parents to send us back,' she added. Maheshwari, another student from Tamil Nadu, said their campus was largely safe, but overflights of drones and missiles made the situation alarming. Ganesh from Bengaluru said, 'We left campus on Saturday afternoon. We weren't feeling safe until we crossed Jammu. After reaching Delhi, we finally felt secure.' 'Our parents told us to leave even if there was a one percent risk, especially since air and road routes were blocked. We may return only after things settle down in a few months,' she said. Another student noted that while universities arranged buses up to Jammu, the government took care of the rest of their journey. India and Pakistan on Saturday reached an understanding to stop all firings and military actions on land, air and sea, with immediate effect after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes. However, hours later New Delhi accused Islamabad of breaching it. Authorities have relocated thousands of civilians from sensitive zones, and while the understanding between the countries has brought temporary relief, security forces remain on high alert. PTI MHS NB NB This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
