Tragic Saudi Bus Crash Claims Over 40 Indian Pilgrims' Lives: Families in Hyderabad Seek Assistance

Nov 17, 2025 02:29 pm CST

A devastating road accident in Saudi Arabia has resulted in the deaths of more than 40 Indian pilgrims, mostly from Hyderabad, when their bus traveling from Mecca to Medina collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Relatives have rushed to the travel agency office seeking information while Indian diplomatic missions have established emergency helplines. Government officials including External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy have assured full support to affected families, with coordination efforts underway between Indian missions and Saudi authorities.