Three bonded labourers rescued at Kalasthambadi in Tiruvannamalai district
K. Viji, 25, his wife V. Sasikala, 23, and his brother K. Surya, 19, were forced to stay in small huts without proper access to drinking water and toilets and made to work for more than 15 hours a day
- ✓Viji, 25, his wife V.
- ✓Jayamani, 52, a landlord, to work on five acres of farmland a few years ago.
- ✓They were paid ₹8,000-₹10,000 in advance.
Three persons, who had reportedly worked as bonded labourers, were rescued at Kalasthambadi village near Chengam in Tiruvannamalai on Sunday (September 13, 2026). Initial inquiries revealed that the rescued workers were roped in by B.
Jayamani, 52, a landlord, to work on five acres of farmland a few years ago. They were paid ₹8,000-₹10,000 in advance. Officials said the rescued persons were forced to stay in small huts without proper access to drinking water and toilets and made to work for more than 15 hours a day.
They told officials that the in-charge and his men would beat them up if they stood in the shade or even drank water, officials said. They were given release certificates to help them receive financial aid and access government schemes, officials said.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | INDIA |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 13 September 2026 |