Tragic Medina Bus Accident Claims Lives of Indian Pilgrims: PM Modi Offers Condolences

Nov 17, 2025 03:55 pm CST

A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia's Medina has resulted in multiple fatalities among Indian Umrah pilgrims. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Minister Kiren Rijiju have expressed deep condolences, while Indian diplomatic missions are providing assistance to affected families. The collision between the bus carrying 42 Indians and an oil tanker occurred on the Medina-Mecca highway, with most passengers reportedly from Telangana.