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India Repatriates 269 Nationals from Myanmar Scam Centres via Thailand

Repatriation Mission Brings 269 Indians Home from Myanmar Scam Hubs

India, in partnership with Thai authorities, helped bring back 269 citizens—including 11 women—via special IAF flights from Mae Sot. The group was freed after raids on scam centres in Myanmar. The government urges Indians to verify overseas job offers and avoid misusing Thailand’s visa-free entry for employment.