Fourteen Indian migrant workers stranded in Dubai have appealed for help to return home safely after facing serious problems linked to unpaid wages. The workers, who are from different districts of Jharkhand, said they have not received salaries for months and are struggling to afford food and accommodation. Their case has drawn attention to the growing issue of Indian migrant workers stranded in Dubai due to labour disputes.
According to officials, the workers sent a video explaining their situation and asking the government for urgent support. Shikha Lakra, team leader of the state migrant control cell, confirmed that authorities have been informed about the case. The affected workers are from Giridih, Hazaribag, and Bokaro districts in Jharkhand.
Lakra said the workers claim that the private company employing them in Dubai has not paid their wages and is also forcing them to work overtime. As a result, they are facing serious financial hardship and poor living conditions. Officials are now working to verify the workers’ documents and establish contact with them.
The state migrant control cell has started the process of coordinating with the Indian Embassy and officials in the United Arab Emirates. The aim is to ensure safe repatriation and resolve the labour dispute. Cases involving Indian migrant workers stranded in Dubai often require diplomatic discussions between governments.
Social activist Sikandar Ali, who received the video from the workers, has called on both the central and state governments to take immediate diplomatic action. He said migrant workers have faced similar hardships in the past and that many still travel abroad for jobs despite the risks.
The stranded workers had travelled to Dubai in October 2025 to work on a transmission line project for a private company. They now say they have gone three months without pay. This has left them unable to meet basic needs, raising concerns about labour rights and worker protection in overseas employment.
Why are Indian migrant workers facing problems abroad?
Many migrant workers take jobs overseas through private contractors. When companies fail to pay wages or provide proper conditions, workers can become stranded without money or legal support, making government intervention necessary.
The situation of these Indian migrant workers stranded in Dubai highlights the need for stronger monitoring of overseas employment and better protection systems. Families back home are hoping authorities will act quickly to bring the workers back safely and ensure their rights are protected.