Huat Zai Posted April 3 Share Posted April 3 A viral Facebook post detailing the tragic demise of an Indian national, known only as Ramadas, who had been employed in Singapore’s offshore sector, has gone largely unaddressed after two weeks of posting. It raises serious allegations about employment practices in the marine industry. Authored by a friend of the deceased, the post not only delves into the specifics of Ramadas’s death but also highlights the alleged conditions and treatment contributing to his decision to end his life. Described as a highly skilled mechanic, fitter, oiler, and electrician, Ramadas reportedly worked for over a decade in a demanding role with no days off, according to the post. His friend describes him as both mentally and physically strong yet outlines the severe work conditions he faced. Furthermore, the post criticizes the compensation structure, indicating that the wages paid to these workers are significantly inadequate for the volume of work expected of them. The friend accuses the “purely profit-driven bosses” of Singapore’s marine companies of disregarding their workers’ lives and well-being, subjecting them to “the worst living conditions and food” with no attention to their mental health. Calling for the conscience of the maritime industry and Singaporean authorities to take immediate action, the post advocates for the formation of unions, stating that such organizations could champion improved wages, employment contracts, off days, leave entitlements, and mental health support for these workers. The formation of associations or societies to promote the rights of migrant workers is highly restricted in Singapore. Additionally, the Trade Unions Act prohibits foreigners from forming their own unions. The friend of the deceased highlights the invaluable contribution of foreign workers to Singapore’s growth and calls for intervention by the relevant authorities. Despite the viral nature of the post, no POFMA (Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act) correction direction has been issued regarding the allegations made, suggesting no dispute by authorities over the claims presented. Gutzy Asia wrote to the employer on 17 March seeking clarification on the status of the alleged employee and the circumstances surrounding his death but has yet to receive a response. https://gutzy.asia/2024/04/03/authorities-silent-on-viral-post-alleging-foreign-workers-suicide-due-to-poor-conditions/ 2 1 2 Official Mugentech Minecraft server: Please see thread in Gamers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 I worked with them before. Many are suicidal. It’s very lonely working here for them plus many bosses cheat them of salary. if they complain, they will get sent home 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 20 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: I worked with them before. Many are suicidal. It’s very lonely working here for them plus many bosses cheat them of salary. if they complain, they will get sent home This is how capitalism and religion work together mah .. do anything to get rich and recognised as successful - then every year donate a bit and ask god for forgiveness - confirm got god forgive you plus you get brownie points for being willing to acknowledge your sins :s 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 3 hours ago, coffeenut said: This is how capitalism and religion work together mah .. do anything to get rich and recognised as successful - then every year donate a bit and ask god for forgiveness - confirm got god forgive you plus you get brownie points for being willing to acknowledge your sins :s Wah how did religion come to this lol. nowadays many construction/marine coys have tiong bosses. Even more ruthless. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeenut Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 14 minutes ago, ManOfTheHour said: Wah how did religion come to this lol. nowadays many construction/marine coys have tiong bosses. Even more ruthless. No la, religion is I add one. Moi say that cos the bosses who control the stuff will say "nothing wrong" about their actions. And no stigma attached to their actions cos can every year get green chit from god/religion .. with the type of society that SG government wants to project, punishing these "upstanding business owners" with support from the "community"/religious brethren becomes hard and politically damaging 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManOfTheHour Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 3 minutes ago, coffeenut said: No la, religion is I add one. Moi say that cos the bosses who control the stuff will say "nothing wrong" about their actions. And no stigma attached to their actions cos can every year get green chit from god/religion .. with the type of society that SG government wants to project, punishing these "upstanding business owners" with support from the "community"/religious brethren becomes hard and politically damaging They say nothing wrong cos MOM rarely helps migrant workers. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Londonchocolateroll Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 Singapore wants first world profits but third world labor cost. Has been and always will be 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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