'Was assured that incident would be investigated': Jaishankar speaks to Kuwaiti foreign minister

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External affairs minister S Jaishankar discussed the tragic fire incident in Kuwait with Kuwaiti FM Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya. He emphasized the swift return of mortal remains and announced ex-gratia relief for the deceased Indian nationals.

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Published on June 12, 2024 -  03:05
Kuwait Building Fire: Indian Embassy in Kuwait Launches Helpline Number, Jaishankar Extends Support
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. Indiaโ€™s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed his deep shock and sorrow over the incident. Adarsh Swaika, the Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, visited the injured workers at Al-Adan Hospital and the fire site, promising all possible help. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait City has established a helpline (+965-65505246) to assist those affected by the tragedy and is actively coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities for emergency medical care and other necessary actions. #KuwaitFire #IndianEmbassyInKuwait #SJaishankar #IndiaKuwaitFire #IndiaHelplineNumberKuwait #IndiaReactsKuwaitFire #MassiveInferno #KuwaitIndiansKilled #BuildingFire #KuwaitTragedy #KGAbraham #NBTCGroup #KuwaitIncident #FireDisaster #MalayaliOwner #LabourCamp #Kerala #TamilNadu #BuildingBlaze #KuwaitEmergency #KuwaitNews ~PR.152~ED.194~

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