Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday paid homage to Bharatiya farm worker Satnam Singh, who died recently after being dumped on the road by his employer following a severe injury.
Singh, who was undocumented, had his arm severed by a machine, and was left on the road to die. The incident prompted widespread protests and demands for justice and better labor laws.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Italian Parliament pays homage to Indian farm worker Satnam Singh who died in the country due to neglect by his employer. Italian Cabinet, including FM Antonio Tajani stand up to pay tributes.pic.twitter.com/9tHNV5678D https://t.co/8qWXO8AH8I
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The 31-year-old had been working without legal papers when his arm was cut off by a machine. His employer discarded him by the roadside along with his severed limb. Local police responded quickly, dispatching an air ambulance after receiving a distress call from Singh’s wife and friends.
The death of Singh ignited massive protests throughout Italy. People are calling fpr swift justice and advocacy for improved labor laws.
Giorgia Meloni voiced her condolences in the Italian parliament and referred to Singh as a victim of inhuman acts, promising strict punishment for those responsible.
These are inhumane acts that do not belong to the Italian people. I hope that this barbarity will be punished harshly, said Meloni.
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