In a publication on the social network X, the diplomat added that Indian embassies worked with the governments of Myanmar and Thailand to secure their release and facilitate their return to the country.

He recalled that a group of 283 citizens facing similar situations returned to India last Monday.

Incidentally, the Foreign Ministry assured that constant efforts are being made to ensure the return of those who were lured to various Southeast Asian countries, including Myanmar, with fake job offers. Subsequently, these people were induced to commit cyber crimes and engage in other fraudulent activities in scam centers operating in the border regions of these two nations, the diplomatic source detailed.

The Indian embassies in Myanmar and Thailand have coordinated with local authorities to ensure their return, he said.

He also reiterated the authorities’ regular warnings about this type of fraudulent activities.

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