Hyderabad Man Mohd Abdul Shoiab: The Lone Survivor of Saudi Bus Crash That Claimed 42 Indian Pilgrims' Lives

Nov 17, 2025 02:57 pm CST

A 24-year-old Hyderabad resident, Mohd Abdul Shoiab, emerged as the only survivor when a bus carrying 46 Indian Umrah pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker near Medina, killing 42 others. Indian officials have established a control room to assist affected families while diplomatic missions provide support to nationals impacted by this tragic accident.