The mortal remains of the eight Indian nationals who were killed in the deadly garage fire in the Maldivian capital here last week have been repatriated to India, the Indian High Commission said on Thursday.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in a tweet on Thursday: "Deeply grieved by the tragic loss of lives in a fire incident in Male today. Full details regarding Indians being ascertained by the High Commission who are contacting affected families." Maldives Fire Tragedy: Seven Indians Among 10 Killed in Blaze at Mali Garage, Says Indian High Commission.
Authorities have confirmed the deceased as four women, including three Indians and one Bangladeshi, and six men. The five men that were previously identified were four Indians and one Bangladeshi