PM Modi speaks to Qatar’s Amir after 12 Indians killed in Ras Laffan blast, thanks him for condolences
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Amir of Qatar following a fatal explosion at an LNG facility in Ras Laffan that killed 12 Indian nationals. Both leaders expressed their condolences and reaffirmed their commitment to the safety and well-being of their citizens.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the importance of diplomatic relations and the safety of migrant workers in the Middle East energy sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 23, 2026) received a phone call from the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who expressed grief over the death of Indian nationals in a tragic accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in that country.
The article provides a factual account of a diplomatic exchange following a tragic event.
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