10 Nepalis die in Kuwait after drinking toxic alcohol
Summary
At least 10 Nepali nationals have died in Kuwait due to methanol-tainted alcohol, with dozens more hospitalized and undergoing treatment for poisoning. The Nepali Embassy is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities to provide support and treatment.
Key Points
- At least 10 Nepali nationals have died in Kuwait from methanol-tainted alcohol poisoning.
- 30 to 35 Nepalis are undergoing treatment in various hospitals across Kuwait.
- Kuwait's Ministry of Health reported 160 people affected and 23 deaths, mostly among Asians.
- The Nepali Embassy is coordinating with Kuwaiti health officials to ensure proper treatment and has urged Nepalis to avoid banned substances.
