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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
‘Huge job demand in Israel, Telangana must tap it': Diaspora representative urges govt to skill workers better, warns of dip in India's image over untrained recruits
Soma Ravi, president of the Israel Telangana Association, urges the Telangana government to capitalize on the high demand for skilled workers in Israel, where they could earn ₹1.5 to ₹2.5 lakh monthly. HYDERABAD: There is a huge demand for skilled workers in Israel, and this opportunity should be fully tapped by the state govt, said Israel Telangana Association president Soma Ravi. Ravi, who has been working in Israel for the past 20 years and is currently visiting Hyderabad, said, "If the Telangana govt takes more interest in ensuring that workers are properly skilled, workers sent to Israel could earn ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh per month." He expressed concern over the declining image of Indian workers in recent years. "In the last couple of years, the image of Indian workers suffered as those who came there claiming to be skilled were found not fit for the jobs they were recruited for," he said. Due to such issues, there were instances where Indian workers were asked to find other jobs for themselves, he added. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad After the Hamas attack on Israel on Oct 7, 2023, the country sought skilled manpower due to restrictions on Palestinian workers. As a result, workers from various Indian states were sent to Israel. "The fact that Indian workers did not show proper and adequate skill sets has cast a shadow on the image of Indian workers. As a result, workers from other countries are being provided opportunities," Ravi said. He suggested that the govt not only focus on skilling workers in sectors like construction, hospitality, and healthcare but also reassure people about the safety of working in Israel. "Because of the war, people may harbour some misgivings about the security, but there need not be such fears," he said. Referring to a recent conflict, Ravi said, "During the recent Israel-Iran conflict, even when Israel came under missile attack from Iran, hardly any of the workers from Telangana there returned to India. This was because we followed security instructions and everyone was safe." Currently, about 10,000 Indians are said to be working in Israel, including about 1,000 from Telangana, mainly in the Ramat Gan area near Tel Aviv. Most are employed in construction, housekeeping, or as caregivers.
New Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Indians, many from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, stay put in Israel despite rising tensions
HYDERABAD: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, most Indian expatriates in Israel, including many from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, are reluctant to return home, despite evacuation efforts by Indian authorities. Soma Ravi, president of the Israel Telangana Association, told TNIE that the Indian Embassy has arranged transportation for those willing to leave. 'On Monday, the embassy will facilitate travel from Tel Aviv to Jordan, with repatriation to India expected by evening,' he said. Most Indians living in Israel are construction workers and caretakers. 'Most Indians don't want to leave because returning means losing their jobs, which are their primary livelihood,' Ravi explained. 'There's fear that once they leave, companies will replace them, adding to the financial burden of existing debts back home.' Even with employers' consent, returning to Israel and regaining the same job with comparable pay is uncertain. 'Employers may find permanent replacements, jeopardising employment stability,' he said. 'Indians earn more here' Indian workers in Israel often earn more than in other countries, Ravi noted. 'How can they be expected to abandon stable, well-paying jobs for an uncertain future?' After the embassy's evacuation announcement, Ravi shared a voice message in a WhatsApp group with nearly 1,000 members. 'Only four responded. That shows how secure people feel here.' He added that life in Tel Aviv remains manageable. 'The situation is under control. We follow safety protocols and take shelter in bunkers when alarms sound.'
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Telangana man dies of ill-health in Israel
A 57-year-old native of Jagtial town in Telangana died of ill-health in Tel Aviv on Monday. Representatives of the Israel Telangana Association confirmed the passing away of Revella Ravinder on Monday and pointed out that the deceased had been ailing for the past few months due to heart-related ailments. He was admitted to hospital three weeks ago and died while undergoing treatment earlier this week, the representatives said, adding that the body has been preserved in mortuary. 'All related formalities have been completed and the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv has been informed about the death of the individual,' the ITA office-bearer said. The ITA leader said since flight operations were completely stopped, it was uncertain when the mortal remains would be sent to India. The ITA also denied reports that the deceased had died of suffocation after taking shelter in a bunker after sirens blared during the missile attack on Tel Aviv.
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Telugu expats in Israel on the edge but not ready to return to India
For seasoned Telugu expatriates living in Israel for over a decade and half now, the present military escalation with Iran appears to be the most scary situation, they have undergone in recent years. Israel-Iran conflict LIVE: U.S. spies said Iran wasn't building nuclear weapon; Trump dismissed that assessment 'We have seen the conflict with Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis but this present war is much more serious, tense and for the first time left us worried,' said Soma Ravi, president of Israel Telangana Association representing over 1000 Telugus from Telangana. Even as Ravi was speaking to The Hindu late on June 17 night, sirens blared prompting him and his fellow expats along with their Israeli employers to rush into the bunkers to take protect themselves from a barrage of missiles that landed on the streets of Israeli Capital Tel Aviv. 'Its raining missiles every where and this is the first time the impact and seriousness is being felt,' he said adding that although the Indian Government has extended all support through its Embassy in Tel Aviv, as of now, very few from Telangana or Andhra Pradesh have registered their names to take a flight out of the conflict zone. Many from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are employed as caregivers to the elderly Israelis living alone. Having gained their confidence over a period of time with commitment, these expats are much sought after, the Israel Telangana Association claims stating that while those who have been working here for long time have got used to the tensions. 'Its only the new comers, who came to on work permit last year in the construction and allied sectors are feeling insecure,' Ravi said adding that the situation is likely to continue to be tense for over the next few days. Former President of the Association Mahesh Goud pointed out that they all resided in Ramadgan Helez area of Tel Aviv and his fellow workers had seen missiles landing 100 metres away from their houses. 'We all are presently in an underground bunker in a school near our residence. In the last five days, we have rushed umpteen number of times into the safety bunkers as siren continue to blare and the Israeli fighter jets and helicopters hover over the Capital Tel Aviv,' he said. Mahesh along with Ravi, who had seen the first wave of Hamas raids on Israeli territory in 2023 October said the intensity of the attack this time is serious and worrisome. 'This time, missiles and rockets have managed to hit Tel Aviv and other parts of the country raising concerns,' he said. Indian Embassy's appeal Ravi noted that the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv have requested all Indians living in Israel to register themselves on a war footing with the authorities. 'We have been asked to give our names, our native state back in India and present place of work in Israel,' Mahesh said. On the whole, he says it is unlikely that the Telugu expats or those, who have stayed here for quite sometime will take the decision to return home. Meanwhile, the Telangana Government has set up a helpline centre in Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi to help the expats in Israel seeking help to return to India.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Telangana workers in Israel urged to stay alert amid escalating tensions
Hyderabad: Telangana workers in Israel have been advised to remain vigilant and respond swiftly to warning sirens as tensions escalate following Israel's airstrikes on Iran. A voice message circulated across WhatsApp groups of Telangana workers urged them not to take any risks and immediately shift into safe shelters when sirens are sounded. "This is an unprecedented situation. We must act responsibly and follow all government instructions for our safety," said Soma Ravi, president of the Israel Telangana Association, speaking to TOI from Ramat Gan near Tel Aviv on Friday. The message was shared widely among the nearly 1,000 Telangana workers in Israel, most of whom are employed in construction or as caregivers in and around Ramat Gan. "We've always responded promptly to alerts. But given the current situation, we are staying extra cautious. Sirens can go off any time," Ravi added. Recalling the events of the night of June 12–13, after Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes on Iran using over 200 fighter jets, Mahesh Merugu, a worker from Telangana, said: "Around 3 am, sirens went off. We rushed into the safe room and stayed there for 40 minutes." Other workers said that depending on the alert level, they sometimes exit shelters after 10 minutes. "We must reach the nearest safe spot within two minutes when a siren sounds," Ravi explained. Interestingly, many workers are choosing not to inform their families back home about the real situation. "The moment we call and say we're safe, our families start worrying. We don't want to give them unnecessary anxiety. So far, we've never faced any serious problem here," Mahesh said. Despite the heightened tensions, the workers remain unfazed. They said they would consider returning to India only if directed by the Indian govt, but none are currently inclined to leave. Even though Israel has declared a national emergency, the workers said buses are running, allowing them to reach their workplaces. While educational institutions and the Tel Aviv airport remain closed, they said daily life continues without major disruptions. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
