Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Hyderabad Woman Faces Exploitation in Oman
Shabnam Begum, a woman from Hyderabad, went to Oman for a housemaid job.
She says her employer made her work very long hours, didn't pay her for four months, and didn't give her proper food or a place to stay.
She ran away and is now staying at the Indian Embassy in Muscat.
Her family wants the Indian government to help her come back home safely and to take action against the recruitment agent who promised her the job.
Shabnam Begum traveled to Oman for a housemaid job promised by a local recruitment agent.
She alleges her employer made her work 12 to 15 hours daily without proper food, accommodation, or pay for four months.
She escaped and is currently seeking help at the Embassy of India in Muscat.
Her family has requested the External Affairs Minister to ensure her safety and arrange her return to Hyderabad.
They have also appealed for action against the recruitment agent for alleged false promises.
- Who
- Shabnam Begum, a woman from Hyderabad, India
- What
- Alleged exploitation by her employer in Oman, including long working hours, no pay, and poor living conditions
- When
- From March 26, 2026, to July 19, 2026
- Where
- Muscat, Oman
- Why
- To seek a housemaid job as promised by a local recruitment agent
Employer's Perspective
Shabnam Begum's Perspective
Working Conditions
Employer's Perspective
The employer may argue that the working conditions were standard or that the employee was not cooperative.
Shabnam Begum's Perspective
Shabnam Begum claims she worked 12 to 15 hours daily without proper food, accommodation, or pay for four months.
Recruitment Agent's Role
Employer's Perspective
The employer might claim they were unaware of any false promises made by the recruitment agent.
Shabnam Begum's Perspective
Shabnam Begum alleges the recruitment agent made false promises about the job and salary.
- Name
- Shabnam Begum
- Origin
- Hyderabad, India
- Destination
- Muscat, Oman
- Arrival Date
- March 26, 2026
- Alleged Salary
- 200 Omani Riyals per month
- Duration of Exploitation
- 4 months
- Current Location
- Embassy of India, Muscat
