Approximately 360 Indian nationals have been rescued from human trafficking networks in Cambodia, with the most recent group of 60 individuals freed from a location known as Jinbei-4 in Sihanoukville. The Embassy of India in Phnom Penh announced on Wednesday that these individuals were being repatriated to India. The rescue came in the wake of an uprising by more than 300 Indian nationals against their handlers in the Jinbei & Compound area of Sihanoukville.
This resulted in swift action from both the Indian and Cambodian authorities. In a conversation with , Ravi Shanakar Ayyanar, Visakhapatnam police official, disclosed that they had deployed seven teams and set up a control room to aid victims of human trafficking. Ayyanar urged those in immediate need to contact CI Cyber Crimes at 9490617917, message the police commissioner via WhatsApp at 9493336633, or reach out to the control room at 0891-2565454.
He emphasised the importance for victims and their families to connect with police officials to break free from traffickers. Additionally, Cybercrime circle inspector Bhavani Shankar, speaking to Deccan Chronicle, confirmed the rescue of 60 individuals on Wednesday. He assured that they are actively investigating the case and endeavouring to locate and rescue more individuals potentially trapped in Cambodia and will share further details soon as the investigation progresses.
The Indian Embassy is working with Cambodian authorities to ensure the safe and swift repatriation of .
