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Gulf Job Scams Exposed: Indian Workers’ Reality, Visa, Kafala System & Dubai Truth | YTM Podcast

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Gulf Job Scams Exposed: Indian Workers’ Reality, Visa, Kafala System & Dubai Truth | YTM Podcast -75Inside Gulf Life: The Real Story of Indian Workers, Kafala System, Labour Exploitation, Job Scam Truths & Dubai Real Estate Boom — explained by Human Rights Leader Shaheen Sayeed, President of Human Rights Department, Mira-Bhayandar Congress.In this power-packed episode of YTMahendra Podcast, we decode the unfiltered reality of Gulf countries — the opportunities, the struggles, the exploitation, and the massive transformation from desert to global powerhouse.Shaheen Sayeed shares real cases, rescue missions, hidden pain of Indian labourers, and shocking truths behind the Kafala System, job agents, visa traps, and working conditions. We also explore why Dubai developed so fast and why India is still behind.Timestamps:-00:00 – Trailer01:41 – Introduction03:30 – Who is Shaheen Sayyed05:00 – The first rescue incident06:00 – Importance of a Passport in Gulf countries06:45 – What is an Outpass in the Gulf countries, and why does someone need it?08:34 – The Karafi case13:07 – The Pawan Kumar case17:00 – 7000 people rescued27:50 – The reality of jobs in Gulf countries33:34 – What type of people should go for which type of work in Gulf countries35:05 – Do people really earn double abroad?35:57 – Which people should avoid going abroad for work39:20 – Explanation of the Kafala system42:00 – Sad story of a girl who was wrongfully sold48:41 – Is there any religious discrimination in the Gulf?51:01 – Is politics the main reason behind rising casteism?51:52 – Discussion on hate politics53:37 – How Dubai developed so fast and why India didn’t56:25 – Has social media improved workers’ lives in Gulf countries?58:01 – What kind of food is served in jail?59:26 – Story of people getting trapped overseas1:06:28 – Being told one thing but made to do another job abroad1:10:41 – Goat Life movie reality: What to do if someone gets trapped in a Gulf country1:15:45 – Importance of travel insurance1:17:30 – How families can ensure proper investigation if a murder happens abroad1:21:30 – Conclusion1:25:37 – Message to the audience1:26:57 – Thank you Follow Our Guest: :- Shaheen Sayeed ( Human Rights Department ) Instagram  :-  https://www.instagram.com/shaheensayyed_/  Guest Suggestion Form:- https://forms.gle/YxijqFd93TX94D327 Business & PR Collaborations Email: Podcast@ytmahendra.com Disclaimer: This podcast is created for educational, informational and awareness purposes only. The experiences, opinions and stories shared in this episode belong solely to the guest based on their personal knowledge, fieldwork and human rights activities.We do not intend to defame, target, or disrespect any country, government, organisation, employer, agency or individual. All discussions about Gulf countries, labour conditions, the Kafala system, job processes or rescue cases are based on publicly available information, personal experiences and real-life incidents.The podcast does not provide legal, immigration or job placement advice. Viewers are strongly advised to verify all job offers, visa procedures and labour rules through official government channels, embassies, consulates and authorised agencies before taking any action.Any resemblance to real persons or incidents discussed is coincidental and purely for awareness. The creators and participants are not responsible for any decisions made by viewers based on this content.Listener discretion is advised.

1h 27m 48s  ·  Nov 29, 2025

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