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Ramesh's Struggles: Low Wages and Unsafe Commutes in Singapore

1/10/2026

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Story summary

Ramesh earns S$600 (US$466) per month, double his previous income but only 10% of Singapore's median S$5,775.
Migrant workers make up 40% of Singapore's population and face challenging conditions despite benefits.
Ramesh shares a dormitory with 15 others.
He commutes in open lorries, a practice non-governmental organizations criticize for safety concerns.
The government has implemented speed limiters for lorries, but progress is hindered by high business costs and space constraints.

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Story summary

Ramesh earns S$600 (US$466) per month, double his previous income but only 10% of Singapore's median S$5,775.
Migrant workers make up 40% of Singapore's population and face challenging conditions despite benefits.
Ramesh shares a dormitory with 15 others.
He commutes in open lorries, a practice non-governmental organizations criticize for safety concerns.
The government has implemented speed limiters for lorries, but progress is hindered by high business costs and space constraints.