Operation Jointly Carried Out By The Officials of PoE Bengaluru and Uttar Kannada Police
By The News Observer Desk,
Karwar: In a decisive crackdown on unauthorized overseas recruitment, the Protector of Emigrants (PoE), Bengaluru, in collaboration with the Uttar Kannada Police, conducted a raid on Travel Touch Tours & Travels (Ryan Group) near Sharavati Circle, Honnavar, Uttar Kannada. The agency was found to be operating illegally, violating the Emigration Act, 1983, by engaging in unlicensed recruitment for overseas employment.
The operation, led by Shri Avaneesh Shukla, PoE Bengaluru, resulted in the seizure of critical documents, registers, and other materials pertinent to the investigation. A formal case has been registered at Honnavar Police Station, marking a continuation of PoE Bengaluru’s enforcement efforts against illegal recruitment agencies.
Investigations revealed that Travel Touch Tours & Travels had been collecting substantial sums, often amounting to several lakhs of rupees, from individuals under the false promise of securing jobs in countries such as Israel and Gulf nations. Despite receiving a notice on September 9, 2025, to cease operations, the agency persisted in its illegal activities, actively promoting its services through social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
Shri Avaneesh Shukla emphasized that under Section 10 of the Emigration Act, 1983, no individual or organization may conduct overseas recruitment without a valid Registration Certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Violations are punishable under Sections 24 and 25, with penalties including up to two years of imprisonment and a fine of ₹2,000. Repeat offenders face doubled penalties.
Advisory for Aspiring Emigrants
The PoE Bengaluru has urged individuals seeking overseas employment to verify the credentials of recruitment agencies through official channels:
- Website: www.emigrate.gov.in
- Email: [email protected]
The Emigrate portal provides a comprehensive list of registered recruitment agencies and contact details for all PoE offices across India. For grievances or support, emigrants and their families can reach out to the Pravasi Bharatiya Sewa Kendra (PBSK) via:
- 24x7 Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-11-3090
- Email: [email protected]
Warning to Unlicensed Recruiters
PoE Bengaluru issued a stern warning to all entities engaged in unauthorized overseas recruitment, including those posing as study abroad consultants, PR visa facilitators, or work permit advisors. Such activities must cease immediately, or strict legal action will be taken under the Emigration Act.
This raid underscores the authorities’ commitment to protecting aspiring emigrants from fraudulent recruitment practices and ensuring compliance with national regulations.
