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Budgam Locals Donate Gold, Silver, Cash to Support Iran Amid Crisis

Residents of Budgam in Jammu and Kashmir have set up a donation stall at Masjid Imam Zaman, collecting gold, silver, jewellery, and cash to provide financial support to Iran. Organizer Mohsin Ali stated the community, especially women, are contributing as they cannot physically be in Iran to offer support. The initiative frames the aid as supporting Iran's stand against oppression and helping the oppressed. This follows recent large solidarity rallies in Budgam and Leh marking 'Youm-e-Quds' in support of Palestine and Iran, amid heightened West Asia tensions.

Key Points: Kashmir's Budgam Donates Gold, Cash for Iran Support

  • Donations collected at Masjid Imam Zaman
  • Support for Iran's stance against "oppressor"
  • Financial aid as alternative to physical presence
  • Follows recent solidarity rallies in J&K
  • Part of wider West Asia tensions
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J-K: Locals in Budgam donate gold, silver, cash to support Iran

Locals in Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir, donate jewellery and cash at a mosque stall to provide financial aid and show solidarity with Iran.

"Our mothers and sisters are contributing jewellery, copper, and cash so that we can support Iran - Mohsin Ali"

Budgam, March 23

Locals in Budgam have donated gold, silver, and cash to support Iran in the wake of the Gulf War crisis, showing their solidarity with the country.

Speaking to ANI, Mohsin Ali from Budgam said a stall has been set up at Masjid Imam Zaman with the sincere purpose of collecting donations.

"At Masjid Imam Zaman, we have set up a stall with the sincere purpose of collecting donations. Our mothers and sisters are contributing jewellery, copper, and cash so that we can support Iran in its current situation," Mohsin Ali said.

He said that since they cannot go to Iran to support, they can at least provide financial aid to support Iran and to serve humanity.

"Since it is not currently within our power to physically go there to suppot, we are in a position where we can at least provide financial assistance. We have gathered here for this financial aid to support Iran and to serve humanity," he said.

He further added that Iran has stood up against the oppressor, and by supporting Iran's cause, we are helping the oppressed and raising our voices against the oppressor.

"Iran has essentially stood up against the oppressor and in support of the oppressed. By supporting Iran's cause, we are helping the oppressed and raising our voices against the oppressor. Since we cannot be there on the battlefield ourselves, we have chosen to provide financial support so they can defend their system and fight against the enemy," he added.

Earlier on March 13, thousands of people gathered in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam and Leh, Ladakh, on the occasion of 'Youm-e-Quds' and participated in a large protest march expressing solidarity with the people of Palestine and Iran.

A large congregation assembled at Markazi Imambara Budgam, following which people took out a peaceful rally and marched towards Main Chowk Budgam.

Participants said the rally was organised to mark Youm-e-Quds, reiterating their support for Palestine and Iran and condemning actions against the leadership of the Islamic world.

This comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia after a joint US-Israel military strike on February 28 on Iranian territory resulted in the death of its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior figures, prompting a fierce response from Tehran.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While the sentiment of helping the oppressed is noble, I respectfully question the focus. We have so many pressing humanitarian crises within our own country that need urgent attention and resources. Charity begins at home.
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Rohit P
The spirit is commendable, but we must be careful. India has traditionally maintained a balanced foreign policy. As citizens, our primary solidarity should be with our nation's stance and security interests.
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Priya S
Donating personal jewellery is a huge sacrifice, especially for mothers and sisters. It shows deep conviction. However, I hope the aid reaches the actual people in need and not any war machinery. The goal should be peace.
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Michael C
Interesting to see this level of organized support for a foreign nation's cause. It highlights how global conflicts resonate in local communities. The world is more connected than we think.
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Nikhil C
Waah! This is true "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (the world is one family) in action. Standing against oppression anywhere is a duty. But let's also pray this doesn't escalate tensions further. Diplomacy is key.

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