Indian embassy in Doha completes repatriation of 12 victims of Ras Laffan accident, visits injured workers
New Delhi/Doha, June 27 The Embassy of India in Doha on Friday said that the mortal remains of all 12 Indian nationals who lost their lives in the tragic industrial accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar have now been repatriated to India, while embassy officials also met the injured workers undergoing treatment.
In a post on X, the Indian embassy in Doha said, "Mortal remains of 8 Indian nationals who unfortunately passed away in Ras Laffan accident have been repatriated to India on June 26. 4 out of 12 mortal remains had been repatriated on June 25."
The embassy also acknowledged the support extended by various stakeholders during the repatriation process.
"Embassy of India, Doha thanks Qatari authorities, Indian community organisations and Government authorities in India for their prompt support."
Providing an update on the condition of those injured in the incident, the embassy said its officials had visited them at the hospital.
"Ambassador and Embassy officials also met some of the injured Indian nationals today in Alkhor. The injured have all received appropriate medical attention for which the Embassy thanks Qatari authorities and employer company representatives."
The industrial accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City claimed the lives of several workers, including 12 Indian nationals, prompting coordinated efforts by the governments of India and Qatar to provide medical assistance to the injured and facilitate the repatriation of the deceased.
According to a statement by the Qatari Ministry of Interior on Monday, 13 people died, and 66 others were injured due to a technical malfunction during an operation at a factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City. The Ministry also extended its condolences to the families of the deceased.
In a statement on X, QatarEnergy said there was an operational incident during start-up at Ras Laffan Industrial City, resulting in an explosion and fire at the Barzan local gas supply facility in the evening hours of Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday thanked Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, for his phone call and condolences on the loss of lives of Indian nationals in the accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar.
"I thank His Highness the Amir of Qatar for his phone call and condolences on the loss of lives of Indian nationals in the tragic accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar. We both share the grief of the families who have lost their loved ones and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured," PM Modi wrote on X.
He added that India and Qatar remain steadfast in their commitment to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens and stand in solidarity with each other.
— IANS
Reader Comments
The coordination between Qatari authorities and our embassy seems to have been commendable in this crisis. But it's heartbreaking to think about the families. One day your husband or son calls saying everything is fine, next day you're receiving a body. Our government needs to negotiate better worker safety clauses in labour agreements with Gulf nations.
As someone who's worked in the Gulf for 15 years, I can tell you that industrial accidents are unfortunately common there. The Indian diaspora needs better safety awareness. Glad the embassy is handling this professionally. But I hope there's a proper inquiry into what caused the explosion at Barzan facility, not just a cover-up.
My cousin works in Ras Laffan. This is terrifying. The workers there are the backbone of Qatar's economy but their safety often takes a backseat. PM Modi's phone call with the Amir was appropriate, but we need more than condolences. We need accountability and compensation for the families. 12 Indian families destroyed in one explosion. 😢
This is a heartbreaking tragedy. 12 Indian workers dead, many more injured. While I appreciate the embassy's swift action in repatriating the bodies, I'm concerned about those still in hospital. Will their medical bills be covered? Will the families receive proper compensation? The Qatari authorities must ensure full support for all affected. 💔
My heart goes out to the families who lost their loved ones. The fact that they're receiving bodies in phases - 4 on the 25th, 8 on the 26th - must be agonizing for them. I appreciate the embassy mentioning the support from Qatari authorities and Indian community organizations. In times like these, community solidarity matters. But let's not forget this was a preventable tragedy.
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