Kuwait Fire Tragedy: In Kuwait’s Mangaf city, a building housing workers caught fire, killing at least 41 people. It happened at about six in the morning local time (about nine in the morning IST). Four of the approximately 43 hospitalized patients were reported to have perished as a result of the incident, according to the Kuwaiti health ministry.” I was deeply shocked to learn of the Kuwait City fire catastrophe. nearly 40 people have reportedly died and nearly 50 have been admitted to hospitals. Our envoy has left for the camp. Additional information is being awaited,” stated Foreign Minister S Jaishankar.
Amb @AdarshSwaika visited the Al-Adan hospital where over 30 Indian workers injured in today’s fire incident have been admitted. He met a number of patients and assured them of full assistance from the Embassy. Almost all are reported to be stable by hospital authorities. pic.twitter.com/p0LeaErguF
— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) June 12, 2024
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has announced that it will provide all assistance and has provided a helpline number concerning the fire disaster involving some Indian personnel.
“My sincere sympathies go out to the families of those who sadly passed away. Wishing everyone who has been hurt an early and complete recovery. In this context, our Embassy will offer everyone involved our utmost help,” he continued.
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
The families of those who sadly perished in the Kuwait Fire Tragedy received the sincere condolences of the Indian Ambassador to Kuwait. He also hoped that the injured would heal fully and quickly. He pledged support, saying that everyone impacted will receive the best help possible from the Embassy.
It was substantiated by reports that more than thirty Indian laborers who sustained injuries in the fire were treated in hospitals. Despite rescue efforts, several casualties were caused by the strong smoke in the building where the fire started, which was used to house workers.
A senior police commander drew attention to the building’s cramped conditions and emphasized the risks involved with packing too many employees into one residence. Although specifics of the workers’ employment or country of origin were not disclosed, the tragedy emphasizes how crucial it is to ensure safe and suitable living conditions for workers.
In connection with the tragic fire-accident involving Indian workers today, Embassy has put in place an emergency helpline number: +965-65505246.
All concerned are requested to connect over this helpline for updates. Embassy remains committed to render all possible assistance. https://t.co/RiXrv2oceo
— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) June 12, 2024
The Kuwait Fire Tragedy incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers that employees in cramped, dangerous housing situations face. It also highlights how important it is to follow safety rules to the letter and to have adequate oversight in place to stop such incidents from happening in the future.
Authorities will probably concentrate on helping the impacted families, looking into what caused the fire, and putting policies in place to stop future catastrophes as they work to address the repercussions of the incident. The dedication of the Indian Embassy to aiding the impacted underscores the need for global collaboration and assistance during times of turmoil.
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