Thiruvananthapuram, June 24: Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, Pinarayi Vijayan, on Wednesday wrote to Chief Minister V D Satheesan, urging immediate steps to bring back the mortal remains of Arjun, a Keralite worker who died in an explosion at an industrial facility in Qatar.
Arjun, a native of Kozhikode district, was working at the Barzan gas facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City when the incident occurred. Vijayan requested the Chief Minister to coordinate with officials at the Indian Embassy in Qatar and ensure that all required procedures are completed without delay.
Vijayan Seeks Urgent Action
In his letter, Vijayan said the repatriation process should be taken up on priority so that Arjun’s mortal remains can be brought back to his family in Kerala at the earliest.
The family is waiting to receive his mortal remains and perform the final rites in their hometown.
Embassy Coordination Requested
Vijayan urged the state government to work through official channels and coordinate with the Indian Embassy in Qatar. Such cases usually require documentation, local clearance, embassy support, and travel arrangements before repatriation can be completed.
Officials said Indian Embassy and NORKA-related channels are coordinating the repatriation process.
Kerala Family Awaits Repatriation
The death of a Kerala worker abroad has caused grief among his relatives and local community. Many families in Kerala depend on loved ones working in Gulf countries, and such incidents bring deep emotional and practical difficulties.
The incident has again highlighted the importance of timely support for Indian workers and their families during emergencies overseas.
Focus On Humane Response
The immediate priority is to complete the formalities in Qatar and bring Arjun’s mortal remains home with dignity. Coordination between the Kerala government, the Indian Embassy, and concerned authorities in Qatar will be crucial in avoiding further delay.
For the family, a quick and humane response from authorities can help them complete the final rites and begin to cope with the loss.
