Riyadh, Aug. 8 -- An Indian nurse has returned to India after being rescued in Saudi Arabia following an alleged fraudulent recruitment arrangement, with assistance from the Embassy of India and Dammam Police.

Maria Stella Martin, a 27-year-old BSc-certified nurse from Tamil Nadu, returned home on Friday, August 7, after facing difficulties linked to a visa fraud racket, according to a statement issued following her repatriation.

The Embassy of India sponsored her air ticket to India, enabling her to travel back to her hometown. The statement thanked the Embassy for providing the financial assistance and acknowledged the role of Dammam Police in the case.

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