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Tragic Worker Deaths Highlight Migrant Risks in Saudi Arabia

5/15/2025

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In Nepal, countless families depend on migrant work in Saudi Arabia, often facing heartbreaking tragedies. Sitaram Das's workplace accident left his wife, Binita, to fend for their six children alone. Rights groups condemn Saudi Arabia for neglecting worker safety and compensation, revealing a troubling pattern that endangers the lives of migrant families.

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Story summary

In Nepal, countless families depend on migrant work in Saudi Arabia, often facing heartbreaking tragedies. Sitaram Das's workplace accident left his wife, Binita, to fend for their six children alone. Rights groups condemn Saudi Arabia for neglecting worker safety and compensation, revealing a troubling pattern that endangers the lives of migrant families.