Kuwait Building Fire Claims 49 Lives, Mostly Indian Workers
Authorities investigate cause as Indian and Kuwaiti officials coordinate relief efforts for victims and their families.
Overview
- The fire broke out early Wednesday in a six-story building housing nearly 200 foreign workers in Mangaf, southern Kuwait.
- Most of the victims were Indian nationals, with many from Kerala, and several others injured are receiving treatment in local hospitals.
- Kuwaiti authorities have detained the building owner and others for suspected negligence and code violations.
- Indian government officials, including Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh, are in Kuwait to oversee assistance and repatriation of remains.
- Kuwait's Emir and Deputy Prime Minister have vowed thorough investigations and accountability for those responsible.