Ex-Gratia for Saudi Accident Victims Soon; Survivor Given Job, Says Azharuddin

Hyderabad: Telangana Minority Welfare Minister Mohammad Azharuddin reaffirmed the State Government’s strong commitment towards supporting the families affected by the Saudi Arabia accident, stating that the ex-gratia assistance promised by Hon’ble Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has already been sanctioned and will be released shortly.

The assurance came after Usman Mohammad Usman met the Minister and submitted a representation highlighting the concerns of the victims’ families. Responding promptly, the Minister stated that the government has taken swift and compassionate action from the beginning to ensure relief and support reaches the affected families at the earliest.

Minister Azharuddin said that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had personally assured financial assistance to the families, demonstrating the government’s sensitivity towards the tragedy. He clarified that the delay in distributing the cheques occurred only due to the Chief Minister’s busy official schedule, including municipal elections and other administrative responsibilities. However, all approvals have been completed and the ex-gratia amount stands fully sanctioned.

The Telangana Government has approved an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for each affected family. Additionally, the Central Government has also announced ₹2 lakh assistance per family. The Minority Welfare Department is actively coordinating and submitting all required details to the Central Government to ensure smooth and timely disbursement of funds.

Expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives, Minister Azharuddin said that the government immediately responded to the situation and extended all possible support. As part of the rehabilitation efforts, one of the survivors, Mohammad Shoaib, has been provided employment at Timmiris and is currently working there. The Minister also informed that Shoaib’s health condition has improved significantly, reflecting the government’s continued concern for the well-being of the victims.

“As Minority Welfare Minister, I am personally ensuring that every possible assistance is provided to the affected families. Our department has worked with dedication and urgency, and we will continue to stand by the victims’ families until all support reaches them,” he said.

The Minister further assured that once the Chief Minister returns, the cheques will be handed over without further delay, reiterating the government’s commitment to fast and effective relief measures for the victims’ families.