Who was Satnam Singh, the Indian who died of negligence in Italy

NEW DELHI: India has urged Italy to take swift action against those responsible for the death of Satnam Singh, a 31-year-old Indian worker who succumbed after being abandoned without medical assistance by his employer following an accident in which his arm was severed by farm machinery.
The Indian Embassy in Italy conveyed India's 'deep concern' over the incident.Muktesh Pardeshi, Secretary [CPV & OIA], called for immediate action against those responsible.
'The horrible and inhuman death of Satnam Singh' was acknowledged by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday during a session in the Chamber ahead of the European Council. ANSA news agency reported that all deputies present stood up and applauded when Meloni mentioned Singh's death.
Singh lost his arm while working in an Italian farm
Singh, who worked in the strawberry fields in Latina, lost his arm in a plastic fruit wrapping machine. Left on the roadside by his employer, Antonello Lovato, and his wife, Singh was found later and airlifted to a hospital in Rome.
Despite efforts over two days, doctors were unable to save him due to excessive blood loss.
Singh's widow, Soni, who was also present during the incident and received treatment for shock, has been granted a special 'justice' stay permit. This permit will end her illegal status in Italy, as reported by ANSA.
Outrage in Italy over immigrants rights
The incident sparked outrage against gangmastering and modern forms of slavery in Italy, particularly in the southern regions. Singh's employer has been charged with negligent manslaughter.
The outrage over Singh's death highlights the difficulties faced by thousands of Indian immigrants working in Italy's agricultural sector. The tragic event underscores the dire working conditions and the lack of adequate safety measures.