MUSCAT: Three Indian nationals who have sustained injuries during the shooting incident in Wadi Kabir on Monday evening are undergoing treatment in Khoula hospital, the Indian Embassy said in a statement.

“Embassy of India is closely following up the well being of the resident Indian community in the aftermath of the shooting incident in Muscat city on July 15, 2024,” the statement said.

Basha Jan Ali Hussain, an Indian national was among the six people killed during the incident.

“Ambassador His Excellency Amit Narang spoke today with Mr. Tausif Abbas, son of  Late Shri Basha Jan Ali Hussain, who unfortunately lost his life in the incident. Ambassador assured full support of the Embassy for repatriation of Shri Hussain’s mortal remains back to India and all other support that the family may need,” the statement said.
 
“Embassy officials have visited the 3 Indian nationals who have sustained injuries and are undergoing treatment in Khoula hospital. Ambassador Amit Narang also spoke with their families and assured full support,” the Embassy said.
 
In the press note, the Ambassador also appreciated the prompt action taken by the Omani security agencies in dealing with the crisis and protecting the lives of innocent civilians.
 
“The Embassy conveys its sympathies with the families of those who have tragically lost their lives in this incident and wishes speedy recovery to all those who have been injured,” the statement added.

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