Indian pilgrims
Madina Bus Tragedy: Indian High-Level Delegation Led by Andhra Governor to Coordinate Relief Efforts in Saudi Arabia
Nov 19, 2025 06:45 am CST
Following the tragic bus accident near Madina that claimed 45 Indian pilgrims' lives, a high-level delegation led by Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer will visit Saudi Arabia to coordinate relief efforts with local authorities. The Ministry of External Affairs is facilitating identification of remains and supporting families of the deceased after the devastating collision between a pilgrim bus and an oil tanker.
Tragic Saudi Bus Accident Claims 45 Lives: 8 Indian Pilgrims Saved by Last-Minute Travel Change
Nov 17, 2025 04:37 pm CST
A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed approximately 45 lives, mostly Indian pilgrims from Hyderabad traveling from Mecca to Medina. Eight individuals who originally booked the same bus opted for private transport instead, unwittingly saving their lives. The bus collided with a diesel tanker and burst into flames near Medina, with only one survivor reported. Indian authorities have established emergency control rooms to assist victims' families while officials work closely with Saudi authorities on identification and support efforts.
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.
Tragic Bus Collision Near Medina Claims Lives of 42 Indian Pilgrims: Government Response and Assistance Efforts
Nov 17, 2025 02:52 pm CST
A devastating collision between a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims and a diesel tanker near Medina has resulted in approximately 45 fatalities, with 42 victims being Indian nationals, mostly from Hyderabad. The Telangana government has established communication with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh while setting up control rooms to assist victims' families. Prime Minister Modi and other officials have expressed condolences and assured all possible assistance to affected families.
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.
India Secures 175,025 Hajj Pilgrimage Quota for 2026 in Historic Agreement with Saudi Arabia
Nov 10, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Minister Kiren Rijiju signs a landmark bilateral Hajj Agreement with Saudi Arabia, securing a quota of 175,025 Indian pilgrims for Hajj 2026. The agreement reinforces the growing partnership between India and Saudi Arabia, focusing on enhanced facilities, transportation, and accommodation to ensure a seamless pilgrimage experience.