Daijiworld Media Network – Beltangady

Beltangady, Feb 14: Hidayath, a resident of Sanjayanagar in Beltangady, who was eagerly looking forward to returning home on Friday, tragically passed away in Saudi Arabia late on Thursday night.

Excited about his return, Hidayath had called his friend Rafiq earlier in the day, requesting him to pick him up from Mangaluru International Airport on Friday morning. He was scheduled to depart from Jeddah on a 10:30 pm flight and arrive in Mangaluru at dawn.

However, upon reaching Jeddah Airport by car, he suddenly experienced chest pain. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, but despite efforts, he could not be saved.

Hidayath, known for his singing talent, initially moved to Bahrain for work before relocating to Saudi Arabia, where he was employed at a cargo company.

He is survived by his father Abdul Raqaq, mother Shamshir Banu, wife Reshma, one son, three daughters, and other family members.

Efforts are underway to bring his mortal remains back to his hometown, and further details are expected within a day, according to his childhood friend and SDPI district secretary, Akbar Beltangady.