5 Keralites killed in tourist bus accident in Kenya, several injured
Members of the Loka Kerala Sabha, through Norka Roots (Non-Resident Keralites Affairs), have stepped in to coordinate relief efforts. The Sabha has confirmed that the injured, including Keralites currently being treated in Nyahururu, will be transported to hospitals in Nairobi by road or air ambulance by night.The mortal remains of the deceased will also be shifted to the capital.The injured will receive medical attention at Nakuru and Aga Khan hospitals in Nairobi, with support from the local Malayali Association and Loka Kerala Sabha representatives.Former World Kerala Sabha members in Kenya, GP Rajmohan and Sajith Shankar, along with members of the Kerala Association of Kenya, promptly reached the accident site to assist the victims.Keralites seeking assistance or information related to the incident can contact the Norka Global Contact Center's help desk at 18004253939 (toll-free from India) or give a missed call to +91-8802012345 (from abroad).advertisement
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