Telangana govt opens helpline after Iran-Israel conflict escalates

IANS June 17, 2025 445 views

The Telangana government has proactively established a dedicated helpline to support citizens potentially affected by the Iran-Israel conflict. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has instructed Telangana Bhavan officials to provide immediate assistance and gather information about residents in the region. Multiple contact numbers have been made available for citizens seeking guidance or reporting concerns. Senior officials are maintaining close coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and embassy representatives to ensure comprehensive support.

"The Telangana government remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens" - Official Statement
Hyderabad, June 17: The Telangana government opened a dedicated helpline at Telangana Bhavan, New Delhi, after the tensions between Iran and Israel escalated following the missile attacks.

Key Points

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Helpline launched at Telangana Bhavan under CM A. Revanth Reddy's instructions

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No Telangana citizens directly impacted currently

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Multiple contact numbers provided for support

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Proactive measure to assist potential travelers

This initiative aims to assist and respond swiftly to any concerns related to Telangana residents who may be currently residing or travelling in the affected regions.

According to Telangana Bhavan officials, the helpline has been activated under the instructions of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.

As per the latest available inputs from the Ministry of External Affairs and Indian Embassies abroad, no Telangana citizens have been reported as directly impacted as of now. However, as a proactive measure, the helpline has been set up to offer guidance, collect information, and extend support to families or individuals who may require assistance or wish to report concerns.

Citizens can reach out to the following helpline contacts for any support or information: Vandhana, PS to Resident Commissioner - +919871999044

G. Rakshith Naik, Liaison Officer - +919643723157

Javed Hussain, Liaison Officer - +919910014749

CH. Chakravarthi - Public Relations Officer - +919949351270

Senior officials of Telangana Bhavan, New Delhi, are in regular coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Embassy officials, and other relevant central authorities.

The Telangana government remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens and will continue to monitor developments closely, said an official statement.

Officials have advised citizens to stay updated through official government advisories and avoid sharing unverified information.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
This is a very thoughtful initiative by the Telangana government! Many students from Hyderabad study in Middle Eastern countries. Having a dedicated helpline will reassure worried families back home 🙏 Hope the situation de-escalates soon.
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Rahul S.
Good step but I hope they also coordinate with Kerala and other state governments. Many Telugu people work in Israel's tech sector. The government should arrange evacuation flights if needed, like during Ukraine war.
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Ananya M.
As someone with relatives in Tehran, I really appreciate this proactive approach. The helpline numbers should be widely publicized through TV channels and social media. Maybe they can create a WhatsApp group too for updates?
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Vikram J.
While the intention is good, I hope this isn't just for show. During the Kuwait crisis, many state helplines were unreachable. They should conduct test calls and have adequate staff. Our people's safety is not a photo-op opportunity.
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Sneha P.
The Middle East has so many Telugu workers - from nurses in Israel to construction workers in Dubai. This helpline should be available in Telugu and Hindi both. Also hope they have translators for Farsi and Hebrew if needed.
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Karthik R.
India should maintain neutral diplomacy in this conflict. Our priority must be citizen safety, not taking sides. Proud of Telangana for acting fast - other states should follow suit. #IndianLivesMatter

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