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Nepalis die consuming poisonous alcohol in Kuwait

 Kathmandu, Aug. 16

About 35 Nepali citizens were hospitalized in Kuwait after consuming what is believed to be poisonous alcohol, the Nepali Embassy in Kuwait informed on Saturday.

The embassy confirmed that some of these individuals have died but it didn’t mention the number of people who died in the incident.

Many others are in serious condition while some are receiving treatment in stable condition at various hospitals.

Upon learning of the incident, the Ambassador and other embassy staff immediately visited the hospitals to gather information on the condition of the Nepali patients. “The embassy is in continuous contact with the hospitals and officials from the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health to ensure the patients receive proper treatment,” read the statement.

The embassy has offered heartfelt condolences to the families of those who died and wishes a speedy recovery to the patients receiving treatment. It has also requested all to avoid consuming food and beverages that are dangerous and risky to their health, and contact the mission in case of any incident or for inquiries.

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 17 August 2025.

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