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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