3 Things Plight of migrant workers, 'designer babies', and an ATS bust
Jul 24, 2025
Shubham Tigga, a journalist from The Indian Express, shares heartfelt stories about the struggles migrant workers from Jharkhand face, focusing on the tragic case of Rameshwar Mehto and the ongoing challenges for his family. Anonna Dutt discusses the groundbreaking three-parent IVF technique, revealing its potential to prevent genetic diseases while sparking ethical debates. Lastly, the segment highlights a significant bust by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad, arresting suspects linked to an Al-Qaeda affiliate, illustrating the dangers of radical recruitment via social media.
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Migrant Worker's Family Struggles
- Rameshwar Mehto, a migrant worker in Kuwait, died, leaving his family in financial crisis while they await compensation and repatriation of his body.
- The family refuses to accept the body as leverage for compensation since the company cites natural death and resists paying benefits.
Common Plight of Jharkhand Migrants
- Many migrant workers from Jharkhand face delayed repatriations and uneven compensations after deaths abroad, sometimes taking weeks or months.
- Compensation varies widely depending on the company, with bigger firms usually paying but often only after prolonged battles.
Challenges of Migrant Worker Protections
- Misinformation and lack of knowledge about contracts, rights, and legal protections leave migrant workers vulnerable abroad.
- Many workers leave on tourist visas and shift jobs, complicating legal liability and insurance coverage at employers' ends.