Stranded Indian Man Rescued from Israel After Appeal at Janata Darshan
From war zone to home: UP local brought back from Israel after Janta Darshan appeal
Hindustan Times
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Akhilesh Kumar, a resident of Hajpura village in Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, was successfully brought back from Israel after his wife made an emotional appeal during a Janata Darshan event. The coordinated efforts of multiple agencies and governments facilitated his safe return amid the ongoing conflict in Israel.
- 01Akhilesh Kumar was stranded in Israel due to the ongoing conflict.
- 02His wife, Kiran Devi, appealed for help during a Janata Darshan event.
- 03The Uttar Pradesh government coordinated with the Indian Embassy in Israel and Jordan for his rescue.
- 04Kumar returned to India via Jordan after securing a visa and flight arrangements.
- 05He expressed gratitude to all involved in the operation for his safe return.
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Akhilesh Kumar, a resident of Hajpura village in Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, was stranded in Netanya, Israel, due to the ongoing conflict. After multiple failed attempts to return home, his wife, Kiran Devi, made an emotional appeal during a Janata Darshan event on March 25. District Magistrate Anupam Shukla promptly escalated the matter to the Uttar Pradesh government, which led to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directing officials to ensure Kumar's safe return. On March 28, the Indian Embassy in Israel was notified, and high-level coordination began with the Indian Ambassador in Tel Aviv and other officials. Due to airport closures in Israel, alternative arrangements were made, allowing Kumar to travel to Jordan and then return to India. He arrived in Mumbai on April 3 and was later flown to Lucknow, where he was reunited with his family. Kumar expressed deep gratitude for the support he received throughout the ordeal.
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This incident highlights the effectiveness of local government initiatives in addressing urgent issues faced by citizens abroad.
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