CM Announces Relief for 3 Tamils Killed in Qatar Fire Accident

Press Release Efforts to bring back the mortal remains of Tamil Nadu natives who died in a fire accident in Qatar; condolence and financial assistance to the bereaved families Announcement by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. C. Joseph Vijay I was deeply saddened and anguished to learn of the tragic news that Thiru. Babith (aged 26), S/o. Thangaraja, from Sithambarapuram Yagobapuram, and Thiru. Vajithkumar (aged 25), S/o. Muthuraja, from Panagudi area, Sivagamipuram, and Thiru. Suvin (aged 24), S/o. Michael, from Azhagia Nambiapuram — all from Radhapuram taluk, Tirunelveli district — lost their lives in a fire accident that occurred on the night of 21.06.2026 at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar. Efforts are underway, through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, and the Indian Embassy in Qatar, to bring the mortal remains of the deceased to Tamil Nadu at the earliest. I have also directed the Hon'ble Minister for NRI Tamils' Welfare, Thiru. K. Thennarasu, to take prompt action in this regard. I convey my deepest condolences and comfort to the families and relatives of the deceased, and I have ordered that a sum of Rs.10 lakh each be given to their families from the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund. Further, I request that those wishing to know more about this accident may contact the following helpline numbers under the NRI Tamils' Welfare and Rehabilitation Department: Tamil Nadu Government helpline numbers Within India: +91 1800 309 3793 For overseas contact: +91 80 6900 9900, +91 80 6900 9901 Issued by: Director, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9