India
oi-Ashish Rana
Residents across parts of Kashmir have launched a humanitarian relief drive for people in Iran affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict, with locals donating everything from cash and jewellery to livestock and household valuables.
Kashmir residents, especially in Budgam and Baramulla, initiated post-Eid-ul-Fitr humanitarian collections for Iranians impacted by the West Asia conflict, donating cash, jewelry, and livestock, with the Iranian Embassy thanking them for their solidarity.
The effort, reported from districts such as Budgam and Baramulla, gathered pace after Eid-ul-Fitr as volunteers in several Shia-majority areas began door-to-door collections for those impacted by recent military strikes.
Door-To-Door Relief Drive Begins In Budgam And Baramulla
The campaign has seen widespread participation from residents in Kashmir, especially in Budgam and Baramulla, where volunteers reached out to households seeking support for civilians in Iran. Contributions have gone far beyond cash donations, with people handing over gold and silver jewellery, livestock, and even traditional copper utensils as part of the relief effort.
According to PTI, men, women and children all joined the campaign, reflecting the emotional response the crisis in Iran has generated in the Valley. The collections reportedly began soon after Eid-ul-Fitr, with organisers focusing on humanitarian support for those affected by the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Iranian Embassy Thanks Kashmiris For ‘Heartfelt Solidarity’
The Iranian Embassy in India publicly acknowledged the support coming from Kashmir and shared photos and videos of the donation drive on social media.
“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 wrote on X.
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. https://t.co/6rEyYEfjHu
— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) March 22, 2026“>
The embassy also highlighted the emotional nature of some of the contributions, especially from women who parted with cherished personal belongings to support the relief effort.
Emotional Donations Include Gold Keepsake, Eid Savings And Livestock
Among the most striking contributions was that of a Kashmiri widow, who donated a gold memento she had preserved for 28 years in memory of her late husband.
“A respected sister from Kashmir donated the gold kept as a memento of her husband, who passed away 28 years ago, with a heart full of love and solidarity for the people of Iran. Your tears and pure emotions are the greatest source of comfort for the people of Iran and will never be forgotten,” the post read.
A respected sister from Kashmir, donated the gold kept as a memento of her husband who passed away 28 years ago with a heart full of love and solidarity for the people of #Iran.
Your tears and pure emotions are the greatest source of comfort for the people of Iran and will never… pic.twitter.com/0zFcJwGhj0
— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) March 22, 2026“>
Several women reportedly donated their personal gold jewellery and valuable household items, while some residents contributed livestock as a symbolic and meaningful form of aid. Children also took part by donating their savings and Eid money, underscoring the broad public involvement in the campaign.
Meanwhile, Budgam MLA Muntazir Mehdi also pledged one month’s salary towards the relief efforts.
Donations Follow Embassy Appeal, To Be Routed Through Official Channels
The relief drive gained momentum nearly a week after the Iranian Embassy in India shared bank account details on social media, inviting donations for those affected by the war. Officials said the contributions collected in Kashmir are expected to be routed through official relief organisations, including the Iranian Embassy, so that the aid reaches those in need.
Aijaz Ahmad, a resident of Srinagar’s Rainawari area, told PTI that the humanitarian response was necessary in the face of mounting suffering.
“There is huge devastation caused by this illegal war imposed on Iran by Israel and its supporters. The least the civilised world can do is send aid to the suffering people of Iran.”
The donation campaign has emerged as a strong display of solidarity from Kashmir, where residents across age groups and social backgrounds have come together to send humanitarian assistance to civilians caught in the conflict.
