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Inaugural ceremony of Loka Kerala Sabha cultural programme cancelled following Kuwait fire tragedy

IndiaTimes Thursday, 13 June 2024 ()
Following a tragic fire in Kuwait's Mangaf area that claimed over 40 Indian lives, Kerala cancelled the inaugural events of the Loka Kerala Sabha. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed grief, urging coordinated rescue efforts. PM Modi dispatched a minister to oversee assistance, while Kuwait and India mourned the victims.
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News video: Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Embassy in Kuwait Launches Helpline Number, Jaishankar Extends Support

Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Embassy in Kuwait Launches Helpline Number, Jaishankar Extends Support 03:05

A tragic fire incident that took place in Kuwait today, claimed the lives of about 43 people and injured at least 40 others. As per On Manorama, 10 Indians, including five Keralites have lost their lives in the blaze. The incident took place at Mangaf block In Kuwait's Ahmadi Governorate. India’s...

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Kuwait Building Fire: KG Abraham, Owner Of The Building, Expresses Deep Regret Over The Tragic Fire

K G Abraham, Managing Director of the Kuwait-based NBTC Group, expressed deep sorrow and commitment to support the families of the victims following a tragic fire at one of the company's accommodations in Mangaf, Kuwait. The fire, which occurred on June 12, claimed the lives of 49 workers and left 40 others receiving medical treatment. #KuwaitFire #MassiveInferno #KGAbraham #KuwaitBuilding #NBTCGroup #KuwaitFireVictimsBodies #Kerala #KuwaitFireKerala #KeralaGovernment #KuwaitFireLIVE #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.124~

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Kuwait Building Fire: Mortal Remains Of Victims Handed Over To Their Families | Watch [Video]

Kuwait Building Fire: Mortal Remains Of Victims Handed Over To Their Families | Watch

In a heart-wrenching series of events following the Kuwait fire incident, families across India received the mortal remains of their loved ones. In Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, tearful and inconsolable family members welcomed home the body of a victim, a scene repeated in other states like Odisha and Tamil Nadu. Leaders and dignitaries, including Odisha Deputy CM KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida, paid their respects to victims from their state. The solemn ceremonies extended to Ranchi Airport in Jharkhand, where another victim's remains arrived. The tragic incident in Kuwait has left families shattered, with communities across India mourning the loss of those who perished. For more updates and visuals #KuwaitFire #MassiveInferno #KuwaitFireVictimsBodies #Kerala #KuwaitFireKerala #KeralaGovernment #KuwaitFireLIVE #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~HT.96~

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Kuwait Fire: CM Chandrababu Naidu Announces Compensation for Families of Andhra Victims | Oneindia [Video]

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In a tragic incident on June 12th, a devastating fire in a seven-story building in Mangaf, Ahmadi Governorate, Kuwait, claimed the lives of 45 Indians, including three workers from Andhra Pradesh. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the deceased workers from the state. The compensation will be provided under the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF). #KuwaitFire #ChandrababuNaidu #Compensation #AndhraPradesh #APNRTS #TragicIncident #SupportFamilies #IndianWorkers #MigrantWorkers #NewsUpdate ~PR.274~HT.318~GR.123~ED.101~

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Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Victims' Remains Arrive at Delhi’s Palam Airport; Kuwait Fire Tragedy [Video]

Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Victims' Remains Arrive at Delhi’s Palam Airport; Kuwait Fire Tragedy

An Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft has landed in Delhi, carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian victims who perished in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait's Mangaf. The devastating blaze claimed the lives of at least 49 migrant workers, including 45 Indians and three Filipinos. The remains of the Indian victims are being returned to their grieving families, including those from various northern states. The arrival of the bodies marks a somber moment as families prepare to lay their loved ones to rest. Authorities have ensured that all necessary arrangements, including ambulances on standby, are in place to support the affected families during this difficult time. #KuwaitFire #KuwaitBuildingLapses #PalamAirport #BansuriSwaraj #KuwaitFireArrests #KuwaitiAuthoritiesArrest3 #KuwaitTragicFire #MassiveInferno #KuwaitFireVictimsBodies #Kerala #KuwaitFireKerala #KeralaGovernment #KuwaitFireLIVE #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~HT.178~ED.194~PR.152~GR.125~

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Kuwait Building Fire: Three Arrests Made By Kuwaiti Authorities In The Tragic Fire Incident [Video]

Kuwait Building Fire: Three Arrests Made By Kuwaiti Authorities In The Tragic Fire Incident

Kuwaiti authorities have detained three individuals on suspicion of manslaughter following a devastating fire that killed dozens of Indian migrant workers and plunged their families and friends into mourning. The blaze, which broke out around dawn on Wednesday in the Mangaf area, also claimed the lives of three Filipinos among the 50 dead, according to officials in Manila. The six-storey building, heavily populated with migrant labourers, was engulfed in black smoke as the fire swept through the ground floor. Most of Kuwait's population of over four million comprises foreigners, many from South and Southeast Asia working in construction and service industries. ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~

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Mangaf Mangaf Area in the Ahmadi Governorate of Kuwait

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In a heart-wrenching incident, at least 45 Indians were among the 49 people killed when a devastating fire swept through a labour housing facility in Kuwait’s Mangaf area early Wednesday. The tragedy has cast a spotlight on the appalling living conditions faced by migrant workers in the Gulf region. An Indian Air Force aircraft brought the mortal remains of the victims back to India, with 24 of the deceased being from Kerala. The arrival of the remains at Kochi Airport was met by grieving families who are struggling to come to terms with their loss. #KuwaitFire #KuwaitBuildingLapses #MassiveInferno #KuwaitFireVictimsBodies #Kerala #KuwaitFireKerala #KeralaGovernment #KuwaitFireLIVE #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~PR.152~ED.155~

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In a solemn gesture, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan arrived at the Cochin International Airport to receive the mortal remains of the Indian victims, many of whom hailed from Kerala. The Chief Minister's presence at the airport underscores the gravity of the situation and the state government's commitment to providing support and assistance to the grieving families during this difficult time. #KuwaitBuildingFire #KuwaitFire #IndiansinKuwait #Kuwaitdisaster #KuwaitBuilding #Indianews #Kerala #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.194~

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Mortal Remains Of 45 Indians Killed In Kuwait Fire Tragedy Arrive At Cochin International Airport [Video]

Mortal Remains Of 45 Indians Killed In Kuwait Fire Tragedy Arrive At Cochin International Airport

Mortal remains of 45 Indians, victims of the devastating Kuwait fire tragedy, have arrived at Cochin International Airport. This poignant video captures the solemn arrival ceremony, attended by dignitaries including Union Minister VK Singh, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, and others. The grieving families and officials pay their respects, highlighting the nation's unified response to this heart-wrenching loss. Stay tuned as we reflect on the impact of this tragic event and the efforts underway for repatriation and closure. #breaking #kuwait #nri #nriindians #dubai #middleeast #indiansinkuwait #fire #youtube #kuwaitfiretragedy #magaffire #kuwaitfire #mangaf #kerala ~PR.320~ED.155~

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Narendra Modi Narendra Modi 14th Prime Minister of India since 2014

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