In a significant international rescue operation, the Indian government has launched plans to repatriate approximately 500 citizens who were trapped working in scam centres in Myanmar, according to statements from Thailand's Prime Minister.
Massive Rescue Mission Underway
The coordinated effort comes after numerous reports emerged of Indian nationals being lured to Myanmar with promises of legitimate employment, only to be forced into operating sophisticated online scam operations. These individuals found themselves trapped in what authorities describe as modern-day slavery conditions.
International Cooperation Key to Success
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin confirmed the ongoing operation, highlighting the crucial cooperation between Indian and Thai authorities. The collaboration demonstrates the growing international concern about the proliferation of scam centres across Southeast Asia that exploit foreign workers.
The Disturbing Reality of Scam Centres
These fraudulent operations typically target vulnerable job-seekers with offers of high-paying IT jobs in countries like Myanmar. Once victims arrive, their passports are confiscated, and they're forced to work in brutal conditions operating various online scams targeting people worldwide.
India's Proactive Response
The Indian government has been actively monitoring the situation and working through diplomatic channels to secure the safe return of its citizens. This large-scale repatriation effort represents one of the most significant responses to the growing crisis of forced labour in scam centres across the region.
Authorities advise Indian citizens to exercise extreme caution when considering job offers abroad, particularly those that seem too good to be true or require travel to conflict-prone regions.
