Kazi Tariqul Islam, a young man who once had a thriving career at a renowned institution in Bangladesh, dreamed of a better future for his family in the United Kingdom. Three years ago, lured by captivating advertisements, he reached out to Faith Overseas Limited, an agency claiming to facilitate visa processing and job placements abroad. Tariqul’s dream was simple: secure a good job in the UK and settle there permanently. But today, that dream lies in ruins. Trapped in the false promises of Faith Overseas, he now lives in despair and uncertainty.

Tariqul paid Faith Overseas a staggering 25.65 lakh taka in installments, deposited into three different bank accounts. As per the agreement, he was supposed to move to England with his family after the transaction. However, upon arrival, his nightmare began. Faith Overseas had promised him a job, but it never materialized. Instead, for two years, he was given one excuse after another, leaving him and his family in limbo. Now, Tariqul fears he could be arrested as an illegal immigrant or forced to return home if he doesn’t secure sponsorship or employment.

Tariqul is not alone. Many others have fallen victim to Faith Overseas’ deceitful practices. The agency, which claims to send people abroad for jobs and student visas, has allegedly swindled large sums of money from hopeful expatriates, only to leave them stranded in countries like the UK and Turkey. Their promises remain unfulfilled, and the victims are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered dreams.

Tariqul, a resident of Khulna’s Sonadanga area, began his journey to the UK through Faith Overseas’ Khulna branch. The branch in-charge, George Mithun Roy, assured him of a job visa and a secure future. Trusting their words, Tariqul paid the hefty sum and arrived in England on August 14, 2023, followed by his wife and daughter a month later. But instead of a job, he was sent to a training program at Oasis Private Care Limited, a company that later had its license revoked. Six months of training led to nothing, and Tariqul was left in the dark.

Now, Tariqul and his family are living in uncertainty in the UK. Their savings have dried up, and they are drowning in debt. With no way to return home, Tariqul is preparing for a legal battle against Faith Overseas.

Tariqul’s story is just one of many. Victims like Ahsan Hossain, Rubaiya Haque, Sadia Islam, and Lipi Begum share similar tales of betrayal. Ahsan, who was promised a job in the UK, now struggles to make ends meet with cash-in-hand work. Rubaiya was sent to a fake company, where she underwent four months of unpaid training and worked for eight months without a salary. Despite filing complaints with the UK Home Office, her situation remains unresolved.

Faith Overseas denies any wrongdoing. George Mithun Roy, the Khulna branch in-charge, claims that Tariqul failed to meet certain requirements, such as obtaining a driving license and relocating to another city. He also stated that efforts are ongoing to secure Tariqul a job. However, Tariqul refutes these claims, accusing the agency of outright deception.

Kamrul Hasan, the agency’s marketing director, shifted some blame onto Tariqul, stating, “How can we guarantee a job in the UK while sitting in Bangladesh? He also has some responsibilities.” He also accused Tariqul of threatening and harassing the agency, which Tariqul vehemently denies.

Tariqul and other victims are now fighting for justice. They demand accountability from agencies like Faith Overseas, which exploit the dreams of hopeful expatriates. Khulna Metropolitan Police’s Deputy Commissioner, Sheikh Moniruzzaman Mithu, has advised victims to gather concrete evidence and take legal action against such fraudulent practices.

The stories of Tariqul and others serve as a stark reminder of the dangers of trusting unscrupulous agencies. Without stricter regulations and enforcement, these deceptive practices will continue to ruin lives. It’s time to hold these agencies accountable and protect the dreams of those seeking a better future abroad.

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