Caregiver Alleges Physical Abuse and Starvation by Employers in Bengaluru

A 23-year-old caregiver has filed a formal complaint with the Mico Layout Police Station in Bengaluru, accusing her employers, Amar and Anshu, of severe physical abuse, harassment, and starvation. The woman, who had been employed by the couple for six years to care for their children while residing at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) campus, alleged that the mistreatment began in 2021. Her complaints include being denied adequate food, subjected to physical assault during disagreements, and having her mobile phone frequently confiscated to monitor her communications. A specific incident on April 15 involved alleged beating after she attempted to speak with others late at night. Fear prevented her from reporting the abuse earlier. On May 4, after being denied food, she sought help from neighbors who provided sustenance and assisted her in contacting her aunt and the Kuki Students’ Organisation Bangalore. With their support, she approached the police, requesting legal action against the couple for mental and physical harassment. The police have officially registered the complaint and are currently investigating the allegations. This case highlights serious concerns regarding domestic worker rights and safety within private households in urban India.