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In a tragic incident that has resurfaced the vulnerabilities of migrant workers from Odisha, a man and his son from Bolangir were found dead in Tamil Nadu under suspicious circumstances.
The deceased have been identified as Abhiram Kata and his son Uttam Kata. They were the residents of Dangarapada village under Sindhekela police station in the district.
As per reports, the duo embarked on a journey to Tamil Nadu to find employment opportunities as migrant workers. However, their lifeless bodies were later discovered in Dharmapuri district under suspicious circumstances. The development has prompted an outcry and allegations of foul play by their family members, who suspect murder.
Family members of the deceased have called for a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding the deaths, urging the police to consider potential exploitation and unsafe work environments that plague many such workers.
This incident underscores the broader challenges faced by families migrating from Odisha to southern regions. The lure of better livelihoods often compels them to accept uncertain and potentially hazardous working conditions.
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Bolangir police have launched an investigation into the deaths, aiming to ascertain the cause and ensure justice.
It is cases like these that highlight the pressing need for improved conditions and safeguards for migrant labourers, who are crucial to the regional workforce, said a local.
