POE, cops raid illegal overseas hiring agents in Melur
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The sleuths seized hundreds of passports during the operation, and further investigations are underway.
The action was initiated based on credible information regarding the presence of several unauthorized agents in the area. Melur is notorious for having the highest concentrations of illegal recruiting agents in the state. POE for the regions of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, Rajkumar M, urged all those seeking employment abroad to exercise utmost caution. In a statement, he emphasized the importance of securing overseas employment only through
authorized by the ministry of external affairs (MEA) and only on valid work visas.
He advised all aspiring overseas job seekers to verify the credentials of recruitment agencies before making any financial commitments. A list of licensed recruitment agents is available at emigrate.gov.in. Rajkumar also issued a stern warning to individuals or entities facilitating illegal emigration. "It is a punishable offence under the Emigration Act, 1983, for any agent to send Indian citizens abroad without a valid recruitment licence.
Such agents must immediately halt their activities and obtain necessary authorization. Strict action will be taken against all violators. Additional raids are planned in the region in the coming months," he said.
Madurai police have assured the Protector of Emigrants that they will continue to conduct regular raids and take strict action against illegal agents operating in the region. To report illegal recruitment, cyber slavery, or to apply for a valid recruitment licence, contact the Office of the POE, Chennai at 9042149222, or email poechennai@mea.gov.in. For more information on licensed agents and official advisories, please visit: emigrate.gov.in, the statement said.
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