Hyderabad student abducted in Cleveland: Family’s desperate plea for safe return
Student Abducted in Cleveland: Family’s Distress Escalates as Search Intensifies
A 25-year-old student from Hyderabad, Abdul Mohammed, who had been pursuing a Master’s in IT at Cleveland University in the United States since May 2023, went missing on March 7, leaving his family distressed. Abdul’s father, Mohammed Saleem, residing in Nacharam, received a troubling call from an unidentified individual alleging that his son had been abducted by a drug-trafficking gang in Cleveland. The caller demanded a ransom of $1200 for Abdul‘s safe return. Notably, the caller warned Saleem that if the ransom was not paid, the mafia group would resort to selling Abdul’s kidney.
Abdul, Student abducted in Cleveland, family reached out to the Indian Council in Chicago
Concerned relatives of Abdul in the US promptly lodged a complaint with the Cleveland police, who subsequently issued a lookout notice to aid in the search for the missing student. Additionally, on March 18, Abdul’s family reached out to the Indian Council in Chicago seeking assistance in locating him. The situation remains tense as efforts continue to trace Abdul’s whereabouts and ensure his well-being.
The distressing incident highlights the challenges faced by individuals studying abroad and the need for heightened vigilance and support systems for students navigating life in foreign countries. The family’s plea for assistance underscores the importance of swift and coordinated efforts to address such alarming situations and ensure the safety of Indian students pursuing education overseas.
As the search for Abdul Mohammed intensifies, authorities and stakeholders are urged to collaborate closely to secure his safe return and prevent any harm befalling him while he remains in the custody of his captors.
🚨 25-year-old Hyderabad student, Abdul Mohammed, who went to the US in 2023 for Master’s at Cleveland University in US goes missing, father gets call to pay ransom of $1200. @DrSJaishankar @IndianEmbassyUS pic.twitter.com/dawzjCZD0a
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CM Revanth Reddy reorganizes disaster management for Greater Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has decided to assign critical responsibilities to the Disaster Management Department within Greater Hyderabad. He has directed officials to implement structural changes and redistribute responsibilities accordingly. In a review meeting at the Secretariat on Monday evening, the Chief Minister discussed the reorganization with officials from Municipal Administration, HMDA, and Musi Development.
Expansion of disaster management responsibilities
Recognizing the geographic expansion of Hyderabad, the Chief Minister ordered the Disaster Management Department to extend its jurisdiction to the Outer Ring Road. He suggested including GHMC, 27 surrounding municipalities and corporations, and 33 gram panchayats within its service area. The department will be renamed the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Monitoring Protection (HYDRA). The Chief Minister proposed appointing a DIG-level officer as the director and SP-level officers as additional directors. He also recommended special teams from GHMC, HMDA, the Water Board, city traffic, and other departments to join this new division.
The Chief Minister emphasized the need for the Disaster Management Department to offer continuous services to city residents, not just during floods or emergencies. HYDRA should actively address all issues faced by Hyderabad’s citizens, including preserving the city’s tanks and ponds, protecting government properties from encroachments, and managing hoardings and flex banners. Additionally, HYDRA will oversee water pipelines, electricity supply lines, drainage, flood management, and traffic control.
Focus on heritage and infrastructure projects
Chief Minister Reddy directed the acceleration of the Musi River Development Project, aiming to elevate Hyderabad’s international reputation. He stressed the importance of working towards the government’s goal of transforming this project into a landmark. He also ordered officials to take necessary actions to restore historical buildings and structures within the city. The GHMC presented a PowerPoint on various heritage sites, such as the City Library, Charminar Ayurvedic Hospital, and Nizamia Observatory etc. The Chief Minister encouraged exploring ways to develop these sites for tourism and integrating feasible ones into the Musi River Development Project.
The Chief Minister instructed Chief Secretary Shantikumar to draft a comprehensive reorganization plan, including staffing, duties, and budget allocations for HYDRA. He also emphasized identifying key areas where the Disaster Management Department can enhance its operations.
The meeting included Chief Secretary Shantikumar, Principal Secretary of Municipal Administration and Urban Development Danakishore, GHMC Commissioner Amrapali, GHMC Vigilance Disaster Management Commissioner A.V. Ranganath, and Hyderabad Water Board MD Ashok Reddy.
