KTR urges Swaraj to save 29 Telangana workers captive in Saudi

The TS Govt has sought fast intermediation of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj for the safe release of 29 workers from the state, held captive by their employer in Saudi Arabia.

NRI Affairs Minister for the state KT Rama Rao drew her attention to the plight of the workers of Al-Hajry Overseas Company at Al-Hassa.KTR said the migrant workers were in the captivity of the employer firm for the last 12 days without any food or basic amenities.

The Telangana NRI Minister urged the minister to raise the issue with Saudi Arabia to ensure that all the employees are safely released by the employer and repatriated to India as soon as possible.