Umrah 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 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.
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.
42 Indians Killed in Medina Bus-Tanker Collision: Emergency Response and Latest Updates
Nov 17, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A tragic bus accident near Medina, Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims when their vehicle collided with a diesel tanker and caught fire. Most victims reportedly hailed from Hyderabad, with only one survivor reported. The Indian government has established emergency control rooms while External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has pledged full support to affected families. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy are coordinating efforts to assist victims' families.