Daijiworld Media Network - Doha

Doha, Jun 23: Twelve Indians were among those killed in a blast at an LNG facility in Qatar’s Ras Laffan, officials confirmed on Monday.

The Indian Embassy in Qatar said that those injured in the incident are in stable condition and are receiving necessary medical treatment.

At least 13 people were killed and 66 others injured after a fire broke out following an explosion at the facility. The injured included nationals from several countries, including India, Qatar, Tanzania, Pakistan, Guinea, Nepal, Bangladesh, Kenya and Nigeria, according to local media reports.

“Our Embassy is working in close contact with the Qatari authorities to extend all possible help to the Indian nationals and their families affected by this incident, including ensuring that mortal remains of the deceased are sent to India at the earliest,” the embassy said in a post on X.

According to QatarEnergy, the incident occurred during the start-up of operations at Ras Laffan Industrial City, resulting in an explosion and fire at the Barzan local gas supply facility on Sunday evening.

The Indian Embassy has issued helpline numbers and an email address for assistance and queries related to the incident.

Affected persons and families can contact the embassy at +974-55647502, +974-55384683 or email cons.doha@mea.gov.in.