Indian caregiver killed in Israel, employer’s grandson arrested

A 40-year-old Indian caregiver named Rajiv Acharya was brutally stabbed to death in Israel last month, according to the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv. The incident occurred on July 23 and the victim has been identified as Rajiv Acharya. Israeli authorities have arrested his 31-year-old grandson, Avior Zaken, on suspicion of the murder and are conducting an investigation into the circumstances.

Acharya, who had been working in Israel for the past six years, was reportedly the sole breadwinner for his elderly parents, two daughters, and his girlfriend. His mortal remains were repatriated to India on August 24 and cremated in his hometown of Kalimpong. The family expressed their grief over the tragic loss and demanded strict punishment for the perpetrator.

Prakshit Aacharya, the victim's cousin, shared his heartbreak with The Indian Express, stating that Rajiv was murdered by the grandson of the elderly couple he was caring for. He alleged that the crime was committed in a brutal manner, with Rajiv repeatedly hit with a sharp object before he succumbed to his injuries. The family has also requested the authorities to look into the possibility of financial compensation and justice for the victim.

The incident has sparked concerns over the safety of Indian caregivers working in Israel, where there are estimated to be between 14,000 and 20,000 Indian caregivers employed in the country. Many of these caregivers work and live in private residences, raising questions about their vulnerability to abuse or violence.