Kuala Lumpur: Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, recently interacted with members of the Indian workers’ diaspora in Malaysia.
He underlined their significant contribution in strengthening India’s development journey and highlighted the pivotal role of the Indian community abroad in realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047. "Honored to meet our hardworking Indian workers in Malaysia - true ambassadors of Bharat’s spirit," the minister wrote on X.
Malaysia hosts the third-largest Indian diaspora globally, with over 2.9 million people of Indian origin. Commending the community, Mandaviya highlighted how it has preserved its cultural roots while excelling across diverse fields, significantly contributing to Malaysia’s progress and enhancing India–Malaysia ties.
Emphasizing the economic partnership between the two nations, the Minister noted that more than 150 Indian companies, including three public sector undertakings, operate in Malaysia, while nearly 70 Malaysian companies are engaged in India across various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, telecommunications, oil & gas, power, and tourism.
Mandaviya reaffirmed the Government of India’s commitment to ensuring the welfare of Indian workers abroad. “We are committed to ensuring that your rights are protected, your voices are heard, and your families back home remain secure,” he said.
The minister cited the MoU on Recruitment, Employment, and Repatriation of Workers signed with Malaysia in August 2024 as a landmark step to safeguard workers’ rights. He further urged workers to benefit from the Pravasi Bharatiya Bima Yojana, which provides comprehensive insurance cover for overseas Indian workers, including accidental death, disability, medical emergencies, and repatriation.
