DMW begins repatriation of 3 OFWs' remains killed in Kuwait fire

The repatriation process for the remains of three Filipino workers killed in a fire in Kuwait has begun, with Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac expressing confidence that the remains could be returned as early as this week.

According to Overseas Workers Welfare Administration chief Arnel Ignacio, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the repatriation of the three deceased OFWs and six others who are safe.

Three Filipinos died from smoke inhalation among a group of 11 working for a Kuwaiti construction company housed in the burning building; two other workers remain hospitalized in critical condition while six are reported unharmed.

Kuwait's deputy prime minister said real estate owners committed violations leading to the fire, which started around 4:30 am on June 12.

The Indian government provided aid to the families of the 45 Indians who died in the same incident.

DMW is arranging the repatriation of the remaining six OFWs and providing financial assistance as directed by President Marcos Jr. through the Action Fund of the DMW.