Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia Restaurant Incident

Indian Tourists Perish in Georgia Tragedy

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia Twelve individuals were tragically found dead in a restaurant in Gudauri, Georgia, likely due to carbon monoxide poisoning. While the Indian Embassy in Tbilisi confirmed that 11 of the victims were Indian nationals, Gurjeet Singh Aujla, the Congress MP from Amritsar, stated that all the deceased were from Punjab. Aujla urged Punjab’s Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh to take immediate action to repatriate the bodies and assist the grieving families. The Embassy expressed condolences and assured that it was working with local authorities to ensure the swift return of the remains and support for the affected families.

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Eleven Indian citizens were found dead at a restaurant in Gudauri, a mountain resort in Georgia, as confirmed by the Indian mission. Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs stated that initial examinations showed no visible injuries or signs of violence.

Local media, citing police sources, reported that carbon monoxide poisoning was the likely cause of death. The victims, all employees of the Indian restaurant, were discovered in bedrooms located on the establishment’s second floor.

Authorities have launched an investigation under Article 116 of Georgia’s Criminal Code, which pertains to negligent manslaughter. Preliminary findings indicated that a power generator had been installed in an enclosed indoor space near the sleeping quarters and was likely activated following a power outage on Friday evening.

Officials have ordered a forensic examination to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation is ongoing, with forensic experts analyzing the scene and authorities interviewing individuals associated with the incident.

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Twelve Indian nationals were found dead at a restaurant in Georgia’s mountain resort of Gudauri, the Indian mission in Tbilisi confirmed on Monday.

Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs stated that an initial inspection revealed no signs of injury or violence, with local media reporting carbon monoxide poisoning as the cause of death, citing police sources.

The Indian embassy expressed its condolences to the victims’ families and assured that it is working closely with local authorities to expedite the repatriation of the remains to India while providing support to the bereaved families.

The victims were employees of an Indian restaurant named Haveli in Gudauri. According to Georgia’s internal affairs ministry, 11 victims were foreigners, and one was a local citizen. The bodies were found in bedrooms on the restaurant’s second floor.

Authorities have launched an investigation under Article 116 of Georgia’s Criminal Code, which pertains to negligent manslaughter. Preliminary findings indicated that a power generator, placed in a closed indoor space near the bedrooms, was turned on after a power outage occurred on Friday night.

Forensic examinations have been ordered to confirm the exact cause of death. Investigative actions are ongoing, with forensic experts analyzing the scene and interviews being conducted with individuals connected to the case.

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Twelve individuals, including 11 Indian nationals, were found dead at a restaurant in Gudauri, a mountain resort in Georgia, the Indian embassy in Tbilisi confirmed. All victims were employees of the restaurant. Georgian authorities have launched an investigation but reported no signs of violence. Initial findings suggest the cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning.

In a statement on December 16, the Indian mission expressed its deep condolences to the families and assured that it is coordinating with local authorities to expedite the repatriation of the bodies while offering support to the bereaved families. The bodies were found in the resting area on the second floor of the Indian restaurant.

The Georgian police are investigating the case under Article 116 of the Criminal Code, which pertains to negligent manslaughter. Preliminary reports indicate that a power generator, placed in a closed indoor space near the bedrooms, was activated on December 13 following a power outage, likely causing the poisoning. The Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs has ordered a forensic examination to confirm the exact cause of death.

What is Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning occurs when carbon monoxide gas is inhaled, interfering with the body’s ability to use oxygen. CO is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas produced when fuels like wood, gasoline, or natural gas burn incompletely.

Who is at Risk?

• Infants and children
• Pregnant women
• Older adults
• Individuals with heart or lung disease
• Smokers

Symptoms of CO Poisoning

Symptoms often resemble the flu and include:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Confusion and disorientation
• Rapid heartbeat
• Seizures
• Loss of consciousness

Severe exposure can lead to coma, brain damage, or death.

Treatment for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Treatment involves breathing pure oxygen through a mask to replace the carbon monoxide in the blood. In severe cases, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used, where the patient breathes pure oxygen in a high-pressure chamber. This method:

• Protects the brain and heart from CO damage
• Accelerates the removal of carbon monoxide from the bloodstream

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is especially beneficial for severe cases, pregnant women, and to protect unborn babies from harm. Prolonged exposure to CO can cause lasting damage to the brain and heart, highlighting the importance of timely treatment.

Tragedy Strikes: 12 Indians Perish in Georgia  Twelve Indian nationals were found dead due to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at an Indian restaurant in Gudauri, a mountain resort in Georgia. The victims, who were employees of the restaurant, were discovered in their bedrooms located on the second floor of the facility.

According to Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, an initial inspection showed no signs of injuries or violence. Authorities have launched an investigation under Article 116 of Georgia’s Criminal Code, which pertains to “negligent manslaughter.” The ministry stated that forensic experts are actively working at the site, conducting examinations and interviewing individuals connected to the incident.

The Indian embassy in Tbilisi confirmed that all 12 victims were Indian nationals and expressed condolences to their families. In a statement, the mission assured that it is coordinating with local authorities to gather more details and provide full assistance, including repatriation of the bodies.

Preliminary investigations suggest the carbon monoxide poisoning occurred due to a power generator placed in a closed indoor space near the victims’ bedrooms. The generator was reportedly turned on Friday night following a power outage. Authorities have ordered a forensic examination to confirm the exact cause of death.