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India Evacuates 270 Nationals from Thailand Amid Scam Crackdown

11/9/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Indian government repatriated 270 nationals from Thailand after they fled Myanmar due to a military raid on an online scam center.
The evacuees, including 26 women, were transported by Indian Air Force aircraft from Mae Sot after being detained for immigration violations.
The raid on the KK Park cyber center is part of a larger crackdown on scams that the UN estimates generate tens of billions annually.
India is working with Cambodia to combat this issue and had previously repatriated 549 citizens from similar centers in 2023.

History

Historical Context

In 2023, India repatriated 549 citizens from cyber scam centers in Myanmar, reflecting a broader crisis linked to the country's ongoing political turmoil. Since the 2021 military coup, Myanmar has seen significant population displacement, with over 1.2 million refugees, including many Rohingya, fleeing to neighboring countries. This highlights India's strategic collaboration with regional partners to combat transnational crime and protect vulnerable populations.

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Story summary

The Indian government repatriated 270 nationals from Thailand after they fled Myanmar due to a military raid on an online scam center.
The evacuees, including 26 women, were transported by Indian Air Force aircraft from Mae Sot after being detained for immigration violations.
The raid on the KK Park cyber center is part of a larger crackdown on scams that the UN estimates generate tens of billions annually.
India is working with Cambodia to combat this issue and had previously repatriated 549 citizens from similar centers in 2023.

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