Rayagada, Apr 21: In a heart-wrenching incident, a tribal minor girl from Khajuri village under Kurli Panchayat in Rayagada district of Odisha, tragically lost her life while working as a migrant labourer in Kerala.

The girl, who had recently travelled to Thrissur with fellow villagers for labour work, was reported dead under suspicious circumstances on Sunday.

The deceased's family has informed the district labour department, seeking assistance in bringing her body back to her native village.

The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about the safety and welfare of migrant labourers, particularly minors, who often face exploitation and hazardous working conditions.

This tragedy underscores the urgent need for stricter regulations and monitoring of labour migration practices to prevent such incidents in the future. The community mourns the loss of a young life and calls for justice and accountability.

read more Odisha news