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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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