Tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in Gurugram after two years of exploitation
A 39-year-old Adivasi woman from West Bengal, Bhadu Mandi, was rescued from bonded labour conditions in Gurugram after working for over two years in a home in DLF Garden City. She was brought to Delhi for domestic work with an advance payment of ₹40,000. Her sister, Lakshmi Tudu, reported that Ms. Mandi was restricted by smart locking systems, worked over 16 hours daily, and suffered physical abuse. The case came to light in March, an FIR was registered on June 4, and a joint operation by Haryana and West Bengal police, district administration, and civil society members led to her rescue.
Key Points
- A tribal woman from West Bengal was rescued from bonded labour in Gurugram.
- She was subjected to restricted movement, long working hours, and physical abuse for over two years.
- The rescue was a result of a joint operation involving police, district administration, and an NGO.
- The case highlights the persistence of bonded labour despite legal prohibitions.
Exam Facts
- Victim: Bhadu Mandi (Adivasi woman from Birbhum district, West Bengal).
- Location of exploitation: DLF Garden City, Sector 91, Gurugram.
- NGO involved: Nari O Sishu Kalyan Kendra.
- Date of FIR registration: June 4.
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