A cloud of grief and unanswered questions has descended on a family from Telangana after their 28-year-old son, a tech professional, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in the United States. What initially appeared to be a sudden medical emergency has now taken a more troubling turn, with the young man’s father alleging that his son had been subjected to racial discrimination and workplace harassment prior to his death.
💔 A Promising Life Cut Short
The deceased, identified as Karimnagar native Venkata Sai, had moved to the US just two years ago after securing a coveted position at an IT firm. Known among friends and family as ambitious and optimistic, he had hoped to build a career abroad and support his parents back home.
According to family members, he had been living alone in a rented apartment and often worked long hours. Days before his death, Sai had reportedly confided to his father about mounting stress, alleged racial bias at work, and feeling “targeted” by a few colleagues.
⚡ Father Raises Alarming Allegations
In a tearful statement, Sai’s father said that his son had been enduring a hostile environment at work and had complained of being subjected to racial discrimination. He further alleged that the air-conditioning and power supply to Sai’s apartment were deliberately cut off, worsening his health condition in extreme weather.
“He used to cry over video calls. He said they were isolating him… He was made to work late nights without support, and he feared being fired,” the father stated.
He has now appealed to the Ministry of External Affairs to launch a probe into his son’s death and seek justice.
🕯 Mysterious Circumstances Surrounding the Death
Sai’s body was discovered after he failed to report to work for two consecutive days. The local police have listed the cause of death as “under investigation” pending autopsy and toxicology reports. Initial statements from authorities have not indicated foul play, but the father maintains that his son’s declining mental and physical state were triggered by deliberate workplace harassment and racial hostility.
Friends and acquaintances in the US have begun raising funds to help repatriate Sai’s remains to India. The family has requested that the Indian Embassy provide assistance to expedite the process.
⚖️ Calls for Government Intervention
The tragedy has sparked outrage among expatriate communities, who have called on Indian authorities to:
1.Push for a thorough investigation into the alleged workplace discrimination and harassment Sai faced
2.Provide legal and consular support to the grieving family
3.Ensure safety mechanisms for young professionals relocating abroad for work
4.Public appeals have tagged the Telangana Government and the Ministry of External Affairs on social media, urging swift diplomatic and legal intervention.
🌍 Broader Concerns About Workplace Discrimination Abroad
Sai’s death has reignited discussion around the growing concerns of mental health issues and racial bias faced by Indian professionals abroad.
Several studies in recent years have shown that racial microaggressions, cultural isolation, and long working hours can severely impact the mental well-being of foreign workers in high-stress industries like tech.
This case underscores the need for:
1.Corporate mechanisms to address complaints of discrimination
2.Cultural sensitivity training at workplaces
3.Mental health counselling for international employees
🕯 A Family’s Plea for Justice
As the body is expected to be flown back to Hyderabad in the coming days, Sai’s grieving parents say they will not rest until a transparent investigation is conducted and those responsible for his suffering are held accountable.
“We sent him there with dreams. He came back to us lifeless. Someone must answer for this,” his father said, breaking down.
⚠️ The Road Ahead
While the investigation is still ongoing, this tragic case shines a spotlight on the urgent need to protect the rights and well-being of Indian tech professionals working overseas. Diplomatic authorities are now expected to liaise with local US law enforcement, and updates on the inquiry are awaited.
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