India repatriated the bodies of 45 workers who died in a fire in Kuwait, landing in Kerala. The blaze killed 50 people, 45 of them Indian nationals, with others from the Philippines and Pakistan. The fire’s cause was linked to hazardous building materials and neglected safety measures. Indian authorities facilitated the return of the deceased workers, predominantly from regions across India.
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The incident prompted swift government action and compensation for the victims’ families. This tragedy underscores the challenges faced by Indian expatriate workers in Gulf countries concerning unsafe working conditions and living arrangements.