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Kashmiri Youth Faizan Rasool Held Hostage by Human Traffickers in Myanmar: MEA Assures Swift Action

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday has responded to the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) regarding the distressing case of Faizan Rasool, a Kashmiri youth from Safakadal, Srinagar, who has been held hostage for ransom by human traffickers in Myanmar.

National Convenor of Association Nasir Khuehami said that the MEA has confirmed that the Indian Mission has strongly taken up the issue of Indian nationals trapped in Myawaddy with the concerned authorities in Myanmar, including the specific case of Faizan Rasool.

In its official response, the MEA said that “Requests for the rescue and repatriation of all Indian nationals, including Kashmiri youth Faizan Rasool, entrapped in Myawaddy, have been forwarded to the concerned authorities in Myanmar. We are actively working on it.”

The Ministry also reiterated the need for caution against fraudulent job offers abroad, advising individuals to verify employment opportunities through proper channels before traveling.

Earlier, JKSA had written to External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, urging immediate diplomatic intervention to secure Faizan Rasool’s release. He was lured to Myanmar under false promises of employment and is now being held for ₹4.5 lakh ransom.

Welcoming the MEA’s swift response, Khuehami emphasized the urgency of Faizan’s case, given the life-threatening situation he faces. He said, “While we appreciate the Ministry’s prompt action, we have urged them to pursue this particular case with greater urgency. Faizan Rasool’s life is at immediate risk. His family is in distress, and they cannot afford the ransom being demanded by the traffickers. Immediate diplomatic intervention is necessary to bring him home safely.”

The association has also urged the Government of India to launch awareness campaigns and take strict action against trafficking networks operating both in India and abroad to prevent more innocent lives from falling victim to such scams.

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28-Year Kashmiri Youth Faizan Rasool Duped with job Promise, Held Hostage in Myanmar

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Faizan Rasool

A 28-year-old Kashmiri man, Faizan Rasool, has fallen victim to an international trafficking scheme, leaving his family in distress as they seek urgent government intervention for his release. Rasool, a resident of Safakadal, Srinagar, was misled with a fraudulent job offer and has now been held captive in Myanmar, where his captors demand a ransom of Rs 4.5 lakh for his release.

A Deceptive Promise Turned Nightmare

Faizan Rasool, like many other young men in search of better employment opportunities, trusted a friend who assured him of a lucrative job in Thailand. Unaware of the lurking danger, Faizan embarked on the journey, only to be smuggled into Myanmar, a country where human trafficking and job scams are on the rise. His family, now gripped with fear, pleads for urgent intervention, fearing that they may never see their son again.

Family’s Desperate Plea

Speaking to local media, Faizan’s father, Ghulam Rasool Bhat, expressed his helplessness and anxiety over his son’s safety. “We are devastated. If the J&K government does not act swiftly, we may lose our son forever. These traffickers are ruthless, and with each passing day, our fear grows stronger,” he lamented.

The family is unable to pay the ransom demanded by the captors. They have appealed to the authorities, both at the state and central levels, to step in and secure Faizan’s safe return.

Rising Cases of Job Scams and Human Trafficking

Faizan’s case is not an isolated incident. Recently, another Kashmiri youth returned home after his family managed to gather and pay a similar ransom. However, the financial burden left them struggling with deep debt. Cases like these highlight the growing trend of young men being deceived by fake job offers, only to find themselves trapped in foreign lands under horrific conditions.

Reports suggest that organized trafficking networks are actively targeting young job seekers, particularly from economically vulnerable backgrounds. The victims are often promised well-paying jobs abroad but are instead sold into forced labor or held for ransom.

Urgent Need for Government Action

As the frequency of such incidents increases, experts emphasize the need for stricter border controls, awareness campaigns, and legal action against fraudulent recruiters. Families affected by such schemes are calling upon the Indian government and international agencies to intervene and dismantle these trafficking networks.

The Jammu and Kashmir government, along with the Ministry of External Affairs, must work together to ensure Faizan Rasool’s safe return. Diplomatic channels should be activated to trace and rescue him, while stringent measures should be put in place to prevent further cases of human trafficking.

Conclusion

Faizan Rasool’s plight serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced by job seekers who fall victim to trafficking scams. His family’s desperate plea for help underscores the urgent need for action. Without timely intervention, many more lives could be at risk. The government must take immediate steps to rescue Faizan and strengthen protections against human trafficking, ensuring that no family has to endure such anguish in the future.

As Faizan’s loved ones await a response from the authorities, the world watches, hoping that justice will be served and that he will safely return home.