India Rescues 266 Citizens Trapped in Job Scams in South East Asia
In a major operation, the Indian government has rescued and repatriated 266 nationals from Myanmar and Thailand, who were trapped in job scams. According to Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, the Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft brought the rescued citizens back to India after their release from cybercrime centers.
This is not the first instance of Indians being trapped in job scams in South East Asia. Earlier, 283 Indians were similarly repatriated from the region. The MEA has urged citizens to exercise caution and verify the documents of foreign employers and companies before taking up a job offer to avoid falling victim to such scams.
The rescued citizens were mostly youth who had gone to Myanmar and Thailand in search of better job opportunities. However, they were instead lured into fake job offers and trapped in cybercrime centers, where they were subjected to physical and mental exploitation. The Indian government, with the help of its diplomatic missions in the region, launched a massive operation to rescue the trapped nationals.
The successful rescue operation is a testament to the government’s commitment to protecting the rights and interests of Indian citizens abroad. The MEA has been working tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of Indians living and working in foreign countries.
The MEA has also issued a warning to citizens to be cautious while taking up job offers from foreign employers. “It is essential to verify the documents of foreign employers and companies before taking up a job offer to avoid falling victim to job scams,” said Randhir Jaiswal.
The MEA has also advised citizens to check the legitimacy of the company and the job offer by verifying the company’s registration and reputation. “Citizens should also ensure that the job offer is genuine and not a scam,” said Jaiswal.
The Indian government has also set up a 24-hour helpline for citizens to report any job scam or exploitation. The helpline is available to citizens who have been trapped in job scams or are in need of assistance.
The rescue operation is a welcome development for the families of the rescued citizens, who had been living in uncertainty and anxiety for months. “We are relieved that our sons are back home safely,” said the mother of one of the rescued citizens. “We are grateful to the Indian government for their efforts in rescuing our children.”
The Indian government’s efforts in rescuing the trapped nationals are a shining example of its commitment to protecting the rights and interests of its citizens. The government’s proactive approach in tackling job scams and rescuing trapped nationals is a testament to its dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of Indians living and working abroad.
In conclusion, the rescue of 266 Indians from job scams in South East Asia is a significant achievement for the Indian government. The government’s efforts in verifying the legitimacy of foreign employers and companies, as well as its proactive approach in tackling job scams, are a welcome development for citizens who are considering taking up job offers in foreign countries.
