Govt making arrangements to repatriate 11 AP youth trapped in southeast Asia cybercrime rackets
The gangs exploit the victims by confiscating passports, subjecting them to long working hours, physical threats, and forcing them to operate cyber scams targeting individuals across Asia.
Hemalatha Rani, CEO of Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS), said eight victims were identified in Myanmar, two in Cambodia, and one in Laos. Efforts are underway for their repatriation, she said.
IT and HRD minister Nara Lokesh, who has been closely monitoring the issue, assured the safe repatriation of the victims.
"We (govt) have established contact with them and are making all necessary arrangements to ensure their safe return to India. The govt has taken action and established a dedicated helpline to prevent such incidents," he posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Lokesh also advised those in distress abroad to reach out to the Overseas Manpower Company of Andhra Pradesh (OMCAP) or the Non-Resident Telugu (NRT) wing for swift assistance.
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"Your safety is our priority," he added.
Over the past year, Andhra Pradesh govt successfully repatriated over 100 individuals caught in similar traps in southeast Asia. The operations were carried out in coordination with Indian embassies and local police. The govt has also activated an emergency helpline service. Job seekers and families have been urged to verify overseas job offers or report any suspicious activity using the helpline number +91-863-340678 or WhatsApp 8500027678.
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