Families await return of 3 Indians killed in Germany fire; Kerala CM assures help with repatriation
Families in Kerala are working with state officials and the Ministry of External Affairs to repatriate the remains of three Indians who died in a residential fire in Bochum, Germany. The Kerala government has pledged to cover all expenses associated with bringing the bodies home.
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Highlights the logistical and emotional challenges faced by families of migrant students and workers during international tragedies and the role of state intervention in repatriation.
Three families in Kerala are awaiting the return of the mortal remains of their loved ones who died in a fire at a residential building in Bochum, Germany, as public representatives seek the Centre’s intervention to expedite the repatriation process.The deceased were identified as Sivin Johny, 26, of Kalady in Ernakulam district, Nova Sabu, 25, of Kattappana in Idukki district, and Anjali Sheela Joy, 27, of Chemmakkad in Kollam district. The three had travelled to Germany to pursue studies or seek employment.Their families are in touch with relatives and contacts in Germany while awaiting the completion of formalities to bring the bodies back to Kerala for the last rites.CM assures all expenses for bringing bodies homeChief Minister V D Satheesan on Thursday said his office was coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian Embassy in Germany and Malayali associations to ensure the mortal remains were brought home at…
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