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Kuwait Amir offer his sympathy to India over factory fire tragedy

KUWAIT, Dec 8 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent a cable of condolences Sunday to Indian President Ram Nath Kovind, expressing his sorrow over the factory fire tragedy in the Indian capital, which resulted in killing and injuring many people.
His Highness the Amir also expressed hope for a speedy recovery to those injured.
His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent similar cables to the Indian leadership, marking the tragic incident.
Last night, at least 43 people died in a fire in a factory and around 20 were being treated at nearby hospitals. (end) mb