National News: Thirteen nurses from Kerala, once employed in Kuwait’s Ministry of Health, are now facing grave allegations. They reportedly borrowed small loans from Kuwaiti banks and repaid them on time to proceeds trust. Later, they unromantic for larger loans in crores. Initially, some installments were paid, but soon after, they left Kuwait quietly. This pattern of borrowing and fleeing shocked both banks and local authorities. Their deportment created financial unconnectedness for lenders.
Crores Defaulted By Nurses
Al Ahli Wall in Kuwait has filed a loan default specimen worth 10.33 crore versus these nurses. According to the bank, each nurse owes between 6.1 million to 9.1 million rupees. Despite earning handsome salaries abroad, they failed to repay. None of them are currently in Kerala, making the specimen tougher. Reports suggest they later shifted to Europe and Western countries seeking largest prospects. Yet their unpaid loans remain a undersong for the banks.
Police Action In Kerala
Based on the complaint from Al Ahli Bank, Kerala police registered multiple cases. In Kottayam district, eight cases were filed at stations like Kuravilangad, Ayarkunnam, Vellore, Kaduthuruthy, Vaikom, and Thalayolaparambu. In Ernakulam district, five cases were registered at Puthencruz, Pottanikad, Varappuzha, and Angamaly. These cases highlight the seriousness of the allegations. Police believe increasingly such scams might surface soon. For now, investigation is underway with growing pressure from the banks.
Similar Fraud Happened Earlier
This is not the first time such fraud has come to light. In December last year, flipside wall had approached Kerala police over a similar issue. Ten such cases were registered. Out of them, only one borrower repaid the loan. Others approached the Kerala High Magistrate seeking anticipatory bail. However, their ladle applications were rejected. Such repeated scams show a troubling pattern. Experts say loopholes in the overseas loan system are stuff misused.
Court And Wall Involved
The matter has now reached the Kerala High Court. The wall filed a petition taxing deeper inquiry by the Crime Branch. The magistrate dismissed it without the government unpreventable that Crime Branch will handle the case. Banks in Kuwait are frustrated by such frauds. They fear that increasingly professionals may prefer this trick of small repayments followed by major defaults. The specimen has therefore gained international attention.
Future Steps Expected Soon
Reports suggest lookout notices will be issued versus all the nurses. If they return to Kerala, arrests will be immediate. The police have once started coordination with immigration authorities. Experts say tracing them upalong will be difficult. Still, international alerts are stuff planned. The state government has promised full cooperation with Kuwaiti banks. The matter now rests on how quickly these accused are caught.
Impact On Reputation Abroad
This scandal has hurt Kerala’s reputation abroad. Nurses from Kerala are known worldwide for their dedication. Now, such frauds may raise questions versus honest professionals too. Families when home are worried well-nigh the shame and legal troubles. Financial institutions may wilt stricter with loan rules for Indian workers. This specimen is not just well-nigh money but well-nigh the trust Indians hold in global markets. The fallout could last for years.
