Two Telangana Men Killed and One Injured in Dubai Bakery Attack by Pakistani National

Two men from Telangana lost their lives, and another was injured in a Dubai bakery attack. The assailant, reportedly a Pakistani national, allegedly shouted religious slogans during the incident. The victims' families shared these details on Tuesday. Ashtapu Premsagar, 35, from Soan village in Nirmal district, was one of the deceased, according to his uncle A Poshetty.

Premsagar had been working at the bakery for five to six years and last visited his family two years ago. He leaves behind a wife and two children. Poshetty has urged the government to assist in repatriating Premsagar's remains to India and provide financial aid to his family due to their economic hardships.

Victims Identified in Bakery Attack

The second victim was identified as Srinivas from Nizamabad district. A third individual, Sagar, sustained injuries and is currently hospitalised, as confirmed by his wife Bhavani in Nizamabad district. Union Minister G Kishan Reddy expressed sorrow over the incident and has communicated with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for assistance in returning the bodies to India.

Reddy stated, "Deeply shocked by the brutal killing of two Telugu youth from Telangana in Dubai, Ashtapu Premsagar from Nirmal district and Srinivas from Nizamabad district. Spoke to Honble External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar ji on the matter and he has assured full support to the bereaved families, and the urgent repatriation of the mortal remains."

Government Response and Support

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is committed to ensuring swift justice in this case. Reddy thanked Jaishankar for his assistance. Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar also expressed grief over the tragedy. He mentioned that he had been in contact with MEA officials and that Union home ministry officials were coordinating with them.

Kumar stated on X, "Deeply saddened by the tragic killing of Shri Ashtapu Prem Sagar and Shri Srinivas, both workers from Telangana, who were brutally attacked by a Pakistani national at Modern Bakery LLC in Dubai during working hours on 11 April."

The Indian consulate has requested Dubai police expedite proceedings related to this case. Kumar appreciated the external affairs ministry's prompt action in addressing the situation urgently. "We are extending all necessary support for the early repatriation of the victims and stand firmly with their families in this hour of grief," he added.