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Last Updated:October 23, 2025, 12:40 IST
Vaishnav Krishnakumar, a UAE Golden Visa recipient and Middlesex University Dubai student, passed away after suffering a cardiac.
Hailing from Kerala, Vaishnav had secured 97.4 percent in the CBSE Class 12 exams. (Image: LinkedIn/Vaishnav Krishnakumar)
An 18-year-old Indian expatriate student passed away in Dubai after suffering a cardiac arrest on Tuesday. A first-year BBA Marketing student at Middlesex University Dubai, Vaishnav Krishnakumar was a UAE Golden Visa recipient.
Vaishnav, who graduated from GEMS Our Own Indian School in the 2024–25 batch, reportedly collapsed during Diwali celebrations at Dubai Academic City on October 21. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
His school issued a circular expressing “deep sorrow" at the loss of its former Head of School Council, announcing that events such as Pink Day and the Family First Carnival would be rescheduled in his memory.
A circular issued by the school, accessed by local media, read: “It is with deep sorrow that we share the heartbreaking news of the sudden passing of our ex-student and former Head of School Council, Vaishnav Krishnakumar (Batch of 2024-25), last night."
Middlesex University Dubai paid tribute, describing the teen as an “exemplary student respected for his academic contributions and admired for his kindness and humility." The university said his loss had deeply affected the community and extended condolences to his family.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Vaishnav Krishnakumar, a valued member of our student community. Vaishnav was an exemplary student, respected for his academic contributions and admired for his kindness, humility, and the warmth he brought to those around him. His loss has deeply affected our entire community, and he will be remembered with great fondness and respect. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Krishnakumar family during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with them, and we remain committed to offering any support we can," the institute said in a statement, Khaleej Times reported.
Originally from Kunnamkulam in Kerala’s Thrissur district, the student had secured 97.4 percent in the CBSE Class 12 exams, earning perfect scores in Marketing and Entrepreneurship. His excellence granted him the UAE Golden Visa for outstanding students.
According to his LinkedIn profile, the teen, beyond academics, was active in Model United Nations, serving as president in 2024 and mentoring younger delegates. He also interned at Kendal AI and Uniplus, gaining early experience in marketing and business strategy.
Friends and teachers remembered him as disciplined, optimistic, and inspiring. His parents, VG Krishnakumar and Vidhu Krishnakumar, said he had no known heart conditions.
Repatriation arrangements were underway to bring his mortal remains to Kerala for the final rites. His untimely death has left Dubai’s academic community in deep shock.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
First Published:
October 23, 2025, 12:40 IST
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