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MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh reaches Kuwait to ensure early repatriation of mortal remains of Mangaf fire victims

IndiaTimes Thursday, 13 June 2024 ()
Minister of state for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh arrived in Kuwait to oversee aid for victims of a tragic apartment fire in Mangaf, which killed around 40 Indians. The Indian government, under PM Modi's direction, is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities for the repatriation of bodies and ensuring proper medical care for the injured.
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News video: Kuwait Fire: Indian Air Force Ready to Repatriate Bodies of Victims as Nation Mourns | Oneindia News

Kuwait Fire: Indian Air Force Ready to Repatriate Bodies of Victims as Nation Mourns | Oneindia News 03:17

In a tragic incident in the Al-Mangaf building in southern Kuwait, 49 people lost their lives, with 42 of them being Indian nationals. The devastating fire has left the Indian community in deep mourning. Tamil Nadu Minister for Minorities Welfare and Non-Resident Tamils Welfare, KS Masthan, confirmed...

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh for the families of Indian nationals who perished in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait. The devastating blaze, which occurred in the Mangaf area, claimed the lives of at least 49 individuals, predominantly Indians, and left over 50 injured. PM Modi expressed his profound grief, offering condolences and directing that all possible assistance be provided by the Government of India. Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, is set to visit Kuwait to oversee relief operations and ensure the repatriation of the deceased. Watch the full video to learn more about the government's response and support efforts. #Kuwait #KuwaitFireTragedy #KuwaitFireIncident #KuwaitFire #KuwaitFireUpdate #KuwaitNews #IndiansinKuwait #PMModiKuwait #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~HT.95~

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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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