Indian citizen Santhanasa Selvam Krishnan lost his life in a drone attack on a water plant in Kuwait. Santhanasa, 37, was a resident of Tamil Nadu and was on duty when the accident occurred. After this tragic incident, citizens of Kuwait, expatriates living there and many social organizations have come forward to support his family. The Indian Embassy is also working with Kuwaiti authorities to help the family.
Main information related to the incident and government action
Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity and Water has confirmed the attack. According to officials, on March 30, 2026, a service building was attacked by a drone. Kuwait’s Defense Ministry reported that they had detected 13 enemy drones in the 24 hours before the attack. After this attack, emergency teams were immediately called so that the supply of electricity and water was not affected and the situation could be handled.
Details Information Name of the deceased Santhansa Selvam Krishnan Age and place 37 years, Tamil Nadu (India) Date of attack 30 March 2026 Place of attack Water Desalination Plant, Kuwait Help Initiatives Kuwaiti citizens, expatriates and community groups
Campaign to help the family started
After this accident, the people living in Kuwait have set an example of humanity. Santhanasa’s friends and colleagues have paid tribute to him. From March 31, 2026, many social organizations and people are collecting financial and emotional help for the family. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry has also strongly condemned this attack. The Kuwait government has separate rules for assistance to migrant workers, under which victims are provided with accommodation, food and legal aid.
The Indian Embassy is completing the paperwork in collaboration with the Kuwait government. Local residents and Indian expatriate groups are collecting donations. Kuwait’s Defense Ministry has called it an external attack. Iran has denied any role in this attack.