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A massive fire broke out in a six-storey building in Mangaf area of Kuwait on Wednesday morning. 40 Indians are among those killed in this fire. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait said that more than 30 workers were injured in the fire incident. The building in which the fire broke out was used for workers' accommodation and was heavily occupied by workers.
Officials said that a fire broke out in the kitchen of a six-storey building in Mangaf area of Kuwait's southern Ahmadi province in the early hours of Wednesday. An investigation has been started into the cause of the fire. About 160 people lived in this building. Who were employees of the same company. In a post on social media X, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait said that the embassy has launched an emergency helpline number +965-65505246 in connection with the tragic fire incident involving Indian workers. All people are requested to contact the helpline for information updates. The embassy will provide all possible assistance.
Indian Ambassador met the injured
Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika visited Al-Adan Hospital where more than 30 Indian workers injured in the fire incident have been admitted. He enquired about the condition of the patients. He was assured of adequate help from the Indian Embassy. Hospital officials said that everyone is in good condition.
Tweet by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar
Foreign Minister Dr. S Jaishankar gave information on social media about the fire incident in Kuwait city. He expressed grief over the fire incident. More than 40 people have died and more than 50 people are being treated in the hospital. Our embassy has moved to the camp. Further information will be provided. My deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. I wish the injured a speedy recovery. Our embassy will provide full assistance to all concerned in this regard.
Order to arrest the owner of the building
According to the information, Kuwait's interior minister has ordered the police to arrest the owner of the Mangaf building. Also, orders have been given to arrest the building's watchman and the owner of the company responsible for the employees present at the scene. In a statement after visiting the site of the fire, the minister said that whatever happened today is the result of the greed of the company and building owners. They were ordered to prevent such incidents in future and provide all kinds of security.