Kashmiris in Budgam and Baramulla districts have initiated a humanitarian effort to support Iranians affected by the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Following Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, volunteers in Shia communities organized door-to-door collections to gather relief items for those impacted by recent military strikes. Contributions included cash, gold and silver jewelry, livestock, and traditional copper artifacts, reflecting widespread community participation across all social groups. The Iranian Embassy in India expressed deep gratitude for the donations, emphasizing the emotional and symbolic significance of the aid. A post on social media platform X stated, "With hearts full of gratitude, we sincerely thank the kind people of Kashmir for standing with the people of Iran through their humanitarian support and heartfelt solidarity; this kindness will never be forgotten. Thank you, India." The embassy highlighted specific acts of generosity, such as a Kashmiri widow donating a gold memento she had preserved for 28 years in memory of her late husband. The post noted, "Your tears and pure emotions are the greatest source of comfort for the people of Iran and will never be forgotten." Children also contributed by donating their savings and Eid money, while Budgam MLA Muntazir Mehdi pledged one month’s salary for relief efforts. Aijaz Ahmad, a resident of Srinagar’s Rainawari area, criticized the "illegal war imposed on Iran by Israel and its supporters," urging the global community to provide aid to the suffering population. The donation drive gained momentum after the Iranian embassy shared bank account details on social media, enabling direct contributions. Officials confirmed that funds will be distributed through official relief organizations, including the Iranian Embassy, to ensure aid reaches those in need.#iranian_embassy #kashmiris #budgam #baramulla #shia_communities
