J&K Police Rescue 13 Youths Trapped in Myanmar Job Scam
In a daring operation, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have rescued 13 youths who were duped by a cyber job scam and trafficked to Myanmar. The youths, who were lured by fake job ads on social media, were promised work abroad, but instead, they were taken to Myanmar. The authorities acted swiftly to bring them back, and the rescued youths are now undergoing counseling to overcome their traumatic experience.
The scam, which is believed to have originated in India, targeted unsuspecting youths who were looking for job opportunities abroad. The scammers created fake job ads on social media, promising high-paying jobs in various countries. The youths, who were mostly from the Kashmir Valley, were convinced by the promises and paid hefty amounts to the scammers to secure the jobs.
However, once they reached Thailand, they were taken to Myanmar, where they were forced to work in inhumane conditions. The youths were subjected to physical and mental torture, and were not paid any wages. They were also not allowed to communicate with their families back home.
The J&K Police received a tip-off about the scam and launched an investigation. They worked closely with the authorities in Thailand and Myanmar to track down the youths and bring them back to India. The operation was a success, and the 13 youths were rescued and brought back to Srinagar.
The rescued youths, who are now undergoing counseling, have spoken about their traumatic experience. “We were lured by the promise of a good job and a high salary,” said one of the youths. “But once we reached Myanmar, we were subjected to physical and mental torture. We were not paid any wages, and were forced to work for long hours. We were also not allowed to communicate with our families back home.”
The J&K Police have arrested several people in connection with the scam, including the mastermind behind the operation. The police are also investigating the role of other individuals and agencies that may have been involved in the scam.
The rescue of the 13 youths is a testament to the swift action taken by the J&K Police and the authorities in Thailand and Myanmar. The operation highlights the importance of being cautious when it comes to job opportunities abroad, and the need for vigilance in detecting and preventing such scams.
The J&K Police have also launched a campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of job scams and the importance of verifying the authenticity of job offers. The police are also providing counseling to the rescued youths to help them overcome their traumatic experience.
In a statement, the J&K Police said, “We are committed to protecting the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir from such scams. We will leave no stone unturned to ensure that those involved in this scam are brought to justice.”
The rescue of the 13 youths is a significant achievement for the J&K Police, and a testament to their dedication and commitment to protecting the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir.
