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India is one of the major countries in the world from where millions of young and skilled workers go abroad every year in search of better employment, business and a bright future for their families. Especially in the Gulf countries, America, Britain and Europe, a large population of Indian immigrants lives. However, behind this economic prosperity and shining opportunities lies a painful truth. According to the data presented in the Parliament (Lok Sabha) by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), thousands of Indian citizens have lost their lives abroad between 2023 and 2025.
This review report of the government has revealed that the biggest reason for the deaths of migrants is Natural Causes But workplace accidents, suicides, criminal incidents and other situations also remain a matter of serious concern.
Which countries recorded the highest number of deaths?
According to the Ministry of External Affairs data, the countries which have the highest number of Indian immigrants have also recorded the highest number of deaths:
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Saudi Arabia: tops the list, where between 2023 and 2025 the total 7,981 Indians died Hui. These include 6,376 natural deaths, 182 workplace accidents, 354 suicides, 29 criminal incidents and 1,040 other causes.
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United Arab Emirates (UAE): Ranked second overall in UAE 7,458 Indians lost their lives. These included 5,702 natural deaths, 128 workplace accidents, 511 suicides, 25 crime-related deaths and 1,092 from other causes.
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America (USA): total in usa 2,850 Indian citizens died Of those recorded, 2,340 were due to natural causes, 46 were due to workplace accidents, 62 were due to suicide and 37 were due to crime.
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Other major countries: The deaths of Indian nationals were recorded at 2,191 in Kuwait, 1,498 in Oman, 1,437 in Malaysia and 1,057 in Italy.
Apart from this, countries like Qatar, Bahrain, Singapore, Britain, Canada, Australia, Philippines, Germany, Spain, South Africa, China, Nigeria and Thailand are also included in the top 20 countries.
What are the main reasons behind natural deaths and accidents?
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health concerns: A large number of natural deaths are recorded in the Gulf countries due to extreme scorching heat, long working hours, physical exertion, heart attacks, diabetes and constant stress.
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Hazardous workplaces: Blue-collar workers working in construction sector, oil and gas refinery and industrial sectors have to face accidents due to lack of safety standards.
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Mental stress and loneliness: Due to distance from loved ones, huge debts, low wages, pressure from contractors/employers and social isolation, many workers become victims of depression, which in many cases leads to tragic incidents like suicide.
Main arrangements of the government for the safety of migrants
In the Lok Sabha, the Ministry of External Affairs clarified that the safety, health and welfare of Indian citizens living abroad are among the top priorities of the government. Several sustainable systems have been introduced for this:
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Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendra (PBSK): Help centers are being operated in major locations like Delhi, Dubai, Riyadh and Jeddah, which in collaboration with embassies provide legal and psychological counseling to the migrants round the clock.
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Online Complaint Portal: Digital platforms like MADAD, CPGRAMS and e-Migrate are available for immediate resolution of complaints.
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Insurance and Financial Aid: Under the ‘Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana’ (PBBY), ECR workers are entitled to compensation in case of accidental death or permanent disability. Insurance cover up to Rs 10 lakh Get it. Apart from this, legal and medical assistance is provided to Indians in distress through the Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF).
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Quick process to bring dead body to India: Ministry of Health eCARe Portal Makes the process of granting approval to bring mortal remains to India from abroad paperless, so that all necessary approvals can be given within 48 hours.
