Mortal remains of Indian national who died aboard MT Celestial disembarked at Duqm Port

The mortal remains of Nishanth Uirthanathan, an Indian national who passed away due to medical complications while aboard the vessel MT Celestial, have been disembarked at the Port of Duqm in Oman. The remains were transferred to the Ministry of Health Hospital in Duqm.

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The mortal remains of Mr Nishanth Uirthanathan have been disembarked from MT Celestial at the Port of Duqm and transferred to the Ministry of Health Hospital, Duqm. The Embassy of India in Muscat is coordinating closely with the family of the deceased and the concerned Omani authorities to facilitate the earliest possible repatriation of the mortal remains to India.

The Indian Embassy in Muscat is actively coordinating with Uirthanathan's family and the Omani authorities to facilitate the swift repatriation of his remains to India. The embassy has been in close contact with the ship's management company, the family, and relevant stakeholders throughout the process.

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The Embassy remains in close touch with family members of the Indian national Mr Nishanth Uirthanathan, who unfortunately lost his life due to medical conditions, crew members of the vessel and concerned authorities. Efforts are underway to facilitate the earliest possible disembarkation and repatriation of his mortal remains.

In a statement on X, the embassy conveyed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family during this difficult time. Nishanth Uirthanathan's wife, Sarabin, had previously appealed to the government for the repatriation of her husband's body and sought justice. The embassy confirmed that necessary arrangements are being made to ensure the earliest possible return of the mortal remains to India.

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An Indian national, Nishanth Uirthanathan, passed away due to medical complications. His mortal remains are currently onboard MT Celestial at Duqm Port. The Embassy has been in continuous contact with the ship management company and is coordinating closely with all concerned stakeholders. Necessary arrangements are being made for the early repatriation of the mortal remains to India. Our deepest condolences to the bereaved family during this difficult time.