- Two Indians held hostage in Ajman job scam.
- Passports seized, forced labor, captors demand ransom.
- Police investigating fake job offers targeting workers.
Two Indian nationals have reportedly been held captive in Ajman after being lured to the United Arab Emirates with false promises of employment. The individuals are allegedly being forced to work against their will, while their captors have demanded money for their release.
According to local media reports, the two victims were promised legitimate job opportunities in the UAE. However, after arriving in the country, their passports were reportedly confiscated and they were forced into labour. The captors have allegedly demanded AED 6,000 from each victim for their release. The total ransom amounts to AED 12,000, approximately Rs 2.7 lakh.
@DubaiPoliceHQ Urgent appeal: Two Indian nationals are stranded in Ajman after being brought to the UAE under false employment pretences. They are being pressured into forced labour. Their passports have been confiscated by the employer, who is demanding AED 6,000 per person -1
— Imtiyaz Ali (@20_iali) November 1, 2026
Dubai Police Refer Case To Ajman Police
The incident came to light on Sunday, after an individual named Imtiyaz Ali raised an urgent appeal on social media platform X, tagging Dubai Police and seeking help for the two Indian nationals. Dubai Police reportedly acknowledged the complaint and referred the matter to Ajman Police for further action.
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Local authorities are coordinating efforts to address the situation and secure the victims' release. Community organisations are also being urged to extend assistance and help arrange consular support.
Fake Job Offers Raise Concerns Among Indian Workers
The incident has once again drawn attention to employment-related fraud targeting Indians seeking jobs in Gulf countries.
Job seekers are sometimes attracted by promises of high salaries, free accommodation and attractive employment packages. However, some recruitment scams allegedly leave workers facing passport confiscation, unpaid wages, forced labour and financial exploitation.
Workers from states including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Kerala are among those who have been targeted by fraudulent recruitment networks, according to reports.
Indian Workers Advised to Verify Job Offers
Indian nationals planning to travel to the UAE for employment are advised to take precautions before accepting overseas job offers.
Key safety measures include:
-Verify the employer and job offer before travelling.
-Use registered recruitment agencies and authorised channels.
-Avoid travelling on visit visas with the intention of taking up employment.
-Do not pay large advance recruitment fees to unverified agents.
-Keep copies of passports, visas and employment contracts.