Several Indians Among 41 Killed In Building Fire In Kuwait
At least ten people from Kerala are feared to have been killed in a building fire in the Mangaf district of Kuwait today. The fire reportedly erupted in a kitchen on a lower floor of the building. The blaze then rapidly spread across the complex, killing at least 49 people, mostly Indians, according to reports from local media. Over 30 workers from India have been reported to have sustained injuries.
Kerala-based media house Onmanorama reported that all the five Indians killed in the fire are from Kerala.
The fire originated from a short-circuit, and spread across the apartments. The gas cylinders in the apartments’ kitchens fueled the fire’s intensity, according to the Preliminary Investigation.
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Taking to X (formerly Twitter), External Affair Minister S Jaishankar took shock of the mishap. “There are reportedly over 40 deaths and over 50 have been hospitalised. Our Ambassador has gone to the camp. We are awaiting further information. Deepest condolences to the families of those who tragically lost their lives. Wish early and full recovery to those who have been injured. Our Embassy will render the fullest assistance to all concerned in this regard,” the Minister wrote.
Deeply shocked by the news of the fire incident in Kuwait city. There are reportedly over 40 deaths and over 50 have been hospitalized. Our Ambassador has gone to the camp. We are awaiting further information.
Deepest condolences to the families of those who tragically lost…
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 12, 2024
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The six-storeyed building that caught fire, has been accommodating workers from Kerala, Tamil Nadu and the north India. The buidling was reportedly owned by NBTC group managed by businessman KG Abraham. The building had also housed workers from NBTC supermarket, and had around 195 labourers from nearby business areas.
