Borders Fall, Humanity Wins

TDT | Manama

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A Pakistani family torn apart by deportation has been reunited and sent home, thanks to the combined efforts of Bahrain’s Indian expatriate community and diplomatic support from the concerned missions.

In an act that bridged national divides, the Indian-run humanitarian organisation HOPE stepped in to assist the family after the father was jailed and later deported. With no means of returning home, the wife and three children stayed with relatives and struggled to make ends meet, even as the children continued schooling in Bahrain.

Quiet assistance

HOPE, a social service organisation led by Indian expatriates, began supporting the family with essential aid, including food kits. The family’s situation remained unresolved, however, as two of the four members had expired passports and lacked the funds for travel.

Responding to HOPE’s appeal, the Pakistani Embassy issued emergency out-passes to enable the family’s travel before Tuesday’s deadline.

Race against time

With travel documents secured, HOPE raised funds through community contributions to book air tickets for all four family members. Volunteers then accompanied the family to the airport and ensured they boarded their flight home to Pakistan.

The initiative was led by HOPE patron K.R. Nair, with President Shibu Pathanamthitta and Secretary Jayesh Kurup thanking all who supported what they described as “a mission of dignity and unity.”

Humanity above borders

The episode stands as a testament to how community compassion and timely diplomatic support can come together to restore dignity and deliver relief across national lines.

Their return was made possible by the shared efforts of expat volunteers and embassy officials acting in unison.