Missing NRI from Padubidri found in Chennai-Bengaluru train

October 9, 2016

Mangaluru, Oct 9: A month after he went missing under mysterious circumstances, Abubacker Padubidri, a non-resident Indian from Padubidri in Udupi district, has finally been traced.

The 48-year-old man was taken into custody by police from a train in which he was reportedly travelling from Chennai to Bengaluru on Saturday.

Later, he was brought back to Mangaluru in a car by the Crime Branch Police, who are yet to find out the truth behind the missing case.

Abubacker, a supervisor at the Al-Sadhan Hyper Market in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, had come home with his wife and children in August on a short vacation. He was staying in the house of his brother-in-law Ismail in Jokatte in Mangaluru taluk.

On September 10, he left for Mangaluru city reportedly to reschedule his return ticket to Saudi Arabia. He was supposed to report for work before Eid-ul-Adha. However, he had planned to extend the vacation for a few days and celebrate the festival in India.

On the same day, Abubacker contacted his wife over phone around 2 p.m. from Mangaluru and told her that he would go to Padubidri to see his mother and other family members and then come back. But, he neither visited his mother's home at Padubidri nor returned to Jokatte.

The family members had started searching for him after finding that his mobile phone had been switched off. Ismail had filed a missing compliant with Panambur police the next day.

Also read:

NRI missing case: Manglauru police still clueless; family helpless

Saudi NRI Abubacker Padubidri goes missing after visiting Mangaluru

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Good news. Alhamdulillah

Thanks to Allah.

Good at last a good news for his family....need to know what is purpose behind his disappearance that too he went to Madras....looks strange....

Alhamdudlillah...at last he is safe and fine..

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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