MUSCAT – The Embassy said the group of workers approached officials with complaints related to non-payment of wages. In response, the Embassy immediately coordinated with local authorities and the employer to address the issues raised.

“We are in touch with the local authorities and the employers in regard to the issues raised by the Indian nationals. We have made arrangements for accommodation and meals for them and are rendering all possible assistance, including for early return home,” the Embassy said.

A news report in Indian English-language daily newspaper ‘The Hindu’ quoted West Bengal Trinamool Congress MP and chairperson of the state’s Migrant Welfare Board, Samirul Islam, who said the 11 migrants — all from Murshidabad — had stopped receiving salaries for nine months and were left without recourse after being deceived by a recruitment agency.

The workers — Sunil Das, Mustafa Seikh, Kesabur Sk, Goule Seikh, Gobinda Murmu, Dhiren Baski, Asraf Sk, Khairul Sk, Surin Murmu, Som Murmu, and Chhota Murmu — reportedly arrived in Oman 10 to 11 months ago based on employment contracts facilitated by the agency.

Following appeals from the families of the workers to local leadership and the Murshidabad district administration, the West Bengal government filed a complaint through the Ministry of External Affairs’ Madad portal and has been in regular contact with the Embassy in Muscat.

The Embassy reiterated its commitment to the welfare of all Indian nationals in Oman and said it is taking necessary steps to facilitate the early and safe return of the affected individuals.