DOHA: At least five Indian nationals residing in Qatar, who were visiting Kenya, have died after their bus met with an accident.
The Indian Embassy in Qatar said a group of 28 Indians was visiting Kenya where their bus met with an accident on Monday.
"As per available information, 5 Indian nationals have lost their lives in the accident. Officials from HCI Nairobi are on the ground and extending all help," the embassy posted on X.
Officials from the High Commission of India in Nairobi are on the ground and extending all help, it added.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic road accident on Ol Jororok-Nakuru Road in Nyandarua County, in which 5 Indian nationals have lost their lives," the High Commission of India in Nairobi posted on X.
"Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. We pray for the swift recovery of the injured.
The consular team from the High Commission is on the ground and is in close contact with the local authorities to extend all necessary support.
We can be reached at +254 734916532," it added.
The Indian mission in another post said it is also in touch with the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) and other community groups in Doha.
"We extend sincere condolences to the families and friends of those who have unfortunately passed away," it added.
The mission also provided a helpline number for any queries or assistance.
The Gulf Times newspaper reported that the bus the Indian tourists were travelling in got out of control and fell into a gorge in the northeastern county of Nyandarua.
Citing community sources, the paper said that at least five tourists from south India have been killed in the accident.
However, the identity of the dead is yet to be verified, while 27 are injured and admitted to various hospitals in Kenya, it added.