Bhubaneswar, Oct 31: A 25-year-old migrant worker from Odisha's Ganjam district has allegedly died by suicide in Abu Dhabi after reportedly losing lakhs of rupees in an online casino game.

The deceased has been identified as Babula Nayak, a resident of Kanaka village under Khalikote block in Ganjam district. His alleged death has triggered shock and grief in his native village.

According to reports, Babula became involved in an online casino game allegedly operated by a youth from his own village. He reportedly suffered substantial financial losses, amounting to several lakhs of rupees. Subsequently, he was allegedly pressured to repay the money and received repeated threats, including threats to his life.

Unable to cope with the alleged harassment and mounting pressure, he reportedly took the extreme step in Abu Dhabi.

Following the incident, his family members have appealed to Khalikote police and the Ganjam district administration to investigate the matter and take strict action against the person allegedly involved in running the online casino operation.

The family has also urged the authorities to extend necessary assistance and facilitate the early transportation of Babula's mortal remains to his native village for the last rites. Further details regarding the incident are awaited.

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