The New Indian Express ·
Indian embassy in Kuwait rescues Tamil Nadu domestic worker after torture allegations
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has stepped in to assist an Indian domestic worker who posted a video alleging that she was tortured and denied pay for months in the Gulf country.
The woman, identified as Vanitha from Tamil Nadu, appealed to authorities in her home state in a video to help her return to India.
Responding to a question on the issue during his regular press briefing, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the embassy had extended her a helping hand. “As soon as our embassy became aware of this issue, it offered assistance,” Jaiswal said.