Twelve people, including 11 foreigners and one Georgian national, tragically died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Gudauri, a ski resort in Georgia. Police reported the incident on Monday, stating that the bodies were found in a sleeping area above a restaurant.
The discovery was made on Saturday in the northern Caucasus region of Georgia, where the victims were staying above an Indian restaurant within the ski resort premises.
Police confirmed, “Preliminary tests do not show any signs of violence on the bodies,” which were located on the second floor of the building. The suspected cause of the tragedy was an oil-powered generator that was turned on after the building experienced a power outage on Friday.
Indian Nationals Among the Victims
On Monday evening, the Indian Embassy in Georgia confirmed that 11 of the deceased were Indian nationals. In a statement shared on social media, the embassy expressed its condolences, saying:
“The Embassy of India in Tbilisi is deeply saddened by the loss of 11 nationals in Gudauri, Georgia. We are coordinating closely with local authorities for the repatriation of their mortal remains and are in contact with the grieving families to provide all possible support.”
The embassy also extended heartfelt sympathies to the families affected by this devastating tragedy.
Investigation Underway
Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause of the fatalities. The identities of the victims have not yet been released.
Gudauri is a popular ski destination located in the Caucasus mountains, with breathtaking views and a reputation as a winter tourist hotspot. The tragedy has sent shockwaves across Georgia and among the Indian community abroad.
