The High Commission of India in Maldives has confirmed that seven of the deceased from the fire incident last night, were Indian nationals.

The fire broke out at the M. Nirufehige, around 12:30 midnight. The fire killed 10 people.

The High Commission of India in Maldives has confirmed tonight that Maldivian authorities have confirmed that 7 of the deceased were Indian nationals. However, the Identity of one person is still being confirmed.



Residents and close associates of the building where the fire broke out, told some local media that the deceased included eight Indians and two Bangladeshis.