42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims Killed in Fatal Bus-Tanker Collision Near Medina, Saudi Arabia

Nov 17, 2025 02:08 pm CST

A devastating collision between a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims and a diesel tanker near Medina, Saudi Arabia has resulted in 42 fatalities. The incident occurred Monday night when the bus, primarily carrying pilgrims from Hyderabad, caught fire after impact, leaving only one survivor. Indian officials have established emergency contact lines and pledged full support to affected families as rescue operations continue.