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22 February 
Deputy Commissioner Steps In After Family Faces Hurdles Over AD Code for Bringing Mortal Remains From Jeddah
Jharkhand: In a tragic incident, a 40-year-old migrant worker from Jharkhand’s Dhanbad died in Jeddah, prompting his grieving family to seek government assistance to repatriate his mortal remains. The district administration has now stepped in to facilitate the process after the family encountered procedural difficulties.
The deceased, identified as Chandeshwar Kumar, was a resident of Manohar Tand in Sindri block of Dhanbad district. According to officials, Kumar had been working in Saudi Arabia when he passed away under circumstances that are yet to be detailed publicly.
Family Faces Procedural Hurdles
The family approached the district authorities after struggling to obtain the mandatory Authorised Dealer (AD) code, a key requirement for processing the transportation of mortal remains from abroad. The AD code, issued by banks authorised by the Reserve Bank of India, is essential for customs clearance and handling import-export related documentation, including repatriation procedures.
Dhanbad Deputy Commissioner Aditya Ranjan confirmed that the administration is extending full support to the bereaved family.
“The family had difficulty obtaining the AD code required for bringing the body back from Saudi Arabia. The district administration is coordinating with the concerned authorities to ensure necessary documentation and procedures are completed at the earliest,” he said.
Administration Initiates Coordination
Officials stated that necessary communication has been initiated with relevant departments and agencies to streamline the formalities involved in international repatriation. Such cases typically require coordination between Indian diplomatic missions, local authorities abroad, airlines, and customs officials.
The process of bringing mortal remains from foreign countries often involves multiple legal and financial clearances, including embassy certification, death certificate verification, embalming documentation, and customs permissions.
Support for Migrant Families
Jharkhand has a significant number of migrant workers employed overseas, particularly in Gulf countries. Incidents involving death or medical emergencies abroad frequently pose logistical and financial challenges for families back home.
The Dhanbad administration’s intervention is aimed at expediting the return of Kumar’s body so that last rites can be performed in his native village. Officials have assured the family that they will receive continued assistance until the repatriation process is completed.
Further details regarding the cause of death and timeline of repatriation are awaited.
