Protecting Nepali Nationals Abroad
Summary
Nepali migrant workers face severe challenges abroad, including exploitation and lack of government support, highlighted by a tragic incident in Kuwait where 16 workers died due to methanol poisoning.
Key Points
- Nepali migrant workers frequently endure harsh conditions and lack proper support while working abroad.
- The government’s current measures, including embassies and labour attachés, are insufficient for protecting Nepali workers overseas.
- Manpower companies exploit migrant workers and evade accountability due to political and bureaucratic collusion.
- The recent methanol poisoning tragedy in Kuwait underscores failures in government counseling, monitoring, and legal education for workers abroad.
