Karwar woman promised beautician job in Dubai sent to Saudi as domestic help

October 6, 2016

Karwar, Oct 6: A 37-year-old woman from coastal Karnataka who was allegedly cheated by a travel agent and sent to Saudi Arabia as a domestic help, returned home safe recently thanks to the WhatsApp helpline launched by the Uttara Kannada district administration.

Only after reaching Saudi Arabia, Poornima, a resident of Karwar, realized that she had been cheated by a travel agent who had assured her a beautician job in a women's parlour in Dubai. In Saudi Arabia she had had to work as a domestic help.

Poornima had sent a message to Uttar Kannada district administration through its Whatsapp helpline on September 6 to save her. The deputy commissioner had alerted the external affairs ministry about this and thanks to the combined effort of the district administration and the external affairs ministry, Poornima has returned to India.

Poornima was running a beauty parlour in Karwar and was contacted by an agent Sameer from Mumbai who assured her he would find her a job in Dubai. On May 24, Sameer reportedly asked Poornima to come to New Delhi as her ticket to Dubai and job there were confirmed.

Poornima and her husband Rajendra reportedly went to Delhi and from there she went to Dubai. She alleged she wasn't given a job in Dubai and sent to Saudi Arabia where she was not given work in a parlour as promised but forced to work as a maid.

When she tried to contact the agent, his mobile was allegedly switched off. She claimed she was forced to even clean toilets in Saudi Arabia. In her WhatsApp message, Poornima said she doesn't understand English and communication with her employers was a problem.

Uttara Kannada district deputy commissioner SS Nakul immediately forwarded the complaint to Annies K Joy, deputy resident commissioner, Karnataka Bhawan, New Delhi, who raised the issue with the Ministry of External affairs.

Officials from the ministry immediately contacted the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, which made all necessary arrangements to send the duped woman back home. Activist of Indian Social Forum, an organisation of Indian expatriates in Saudi Arabia, also extended a helping hand to Poornima.

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Thanks to Indian Social Forum

Is she is Uneducated? why she didn't check the ticket and boarding pass in that ticket clearly mentioned destination why she not complaint before Go to Abroad.? there is Question Mark?

all the time you cannot blame agents....they send people with good faith....if the Saudi employer screwed the system what he can do for it...it is good that fortunately she is back....congratulation Sushmaji....

thank god our govt saved her, there is lot of cases like this, who Couldn’t make to come back., lucky women got back to home.

first that agency guy should be sent to jail for atleast 20years and maximum fine should be charged.

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Fusion-2K25: Melkar Women’s College Celebrates 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony

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December 17,2025

Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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Mangaluru NRI returning from Saudi Arabia arrested over Instagram post

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru police have arrested a 27-year-old NRI on his return from Saudi Arabia in connection with an Instagram post allegedly containing derogatory and provocative remarks about the Hindu religion, officials said on Monday.

The accused, Abdul Khader Nehad, a resident of Ulaibettu in Mangaluru, was working in Saudi Arabia when the post was uploaded, police said.

A suo motu case was registered at the Bajpe police station on October 11 after an allegedly offensive post circulated from the Instagram account ‘team_sdpi_2025’. Police said the content was flagged for being provocative and derogatory in nature.

During the investigation, technical analysis traced the Instagram post to Nehad, who was residing abroad at the time, a senior police officer said. Based on these findings, a Look Out Circular (LOC) was issued against him.

On December 14, Nehad arrived from Saudi Arabia at Calicut International Airport in Kerala, where he was taken into custody on arrival. Police said further investigation is underway.

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