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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 Saudi Arabia Bus Accident: 45 Indian Umrah Pilgrims Killed in Mecca-Medina Collision
Nov 17, 2025 02:45 pm CST
A devastating bus accident in Saudi Arabia has resulted in the deaths of at least 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims when their vehicle collided with a diesel tanker near Mufrihat while traveling from Mecca to Medina. Many victims were reportedly from Hyderabad, with Mohammad Abdul Shoeb identified as the lone survivor. The Indian government has established support systems through its diplomatic missions to assist 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.