11 Indians injured in Riyadh airport attack: Indian Embassy confirms
Synopsis
A Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 and wounded more than 300 — and 11 of those injured are Indian nationals. With over 2.4 million Indians in Saudi Arabia, New Delhi's diplomatic machinery is on alert, and External Affairs Minister Jaishankar has personally weighed in even as the Saudi-Houthi conflict risks further escalation.
Key Takeaways
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh confirmed 11 Indian nationals were injured in the 11 October 2025 attack on King Khalid International Airport .
The attack killed 12 people — including 4 Saudis and 8 foreign residents — and injured 309 others .
External Affairs Minister S.
Jaishankar said the Embassy is doing 'everything necessary' and shared the official update on X.
Yemen's Houthi group is believed to be responsible; the attack is part of ongoing exchanges of strikes with Saudi Arabia .
Airport operations at King Khalid International Airport have been temporarily suspended for safety checks.
Some of the injured remain in serious condition; the Embassy has reached out to both local authorities and hospital officials.
Eleven Indian nationals were among the more than 300 people injured in a devastating attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, 11 October 2025, the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed on Sunday. The strike, which also killed 12 people, has triggered a swift diplomatic response from New Delhi as the India-Saudi corridor carries one of the world's largest Indian expatriate communities.
What the Indian Embassy Said
The Embassy of India, Riyadh said in an official post on X that it had been closely following up on what it described as the 'dastardly attack' on the airport. 'It is learnt that 11 Indians are among those injured in the attack. Embassy has been in touch with local authorities to enquire about their well being. Our officials have also reached out to the hospital authorities. We will provide further updates as they become available,' the Embassy stated.
The diplomatic mission added that operations at King Khalid International Airport had been temporarily suspended pending damage assessments and safety checks, as confirmed by the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation.
Jaishankar Responds, Directs Embassy to Act
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar acknowledged the gravity of the situation, sharing the Embassy's post on X and urging people to follow official updates. 'Our Embassy is doing everything necessary in this difficult situation. May follow their updates,' Jaishankar said. His response underscores New Delhi's concern for the large Indian diaspora community — estimated at over 2.4 million people — working and residing in Saudi Arabia.
Death Toll and Nationalities Affected
The attack killed 12 people and injured 309 others, according to the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation. Of the fatalities, four were Saudi citizens and eight were foreign residents, including two Bangladeshis and one person each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan. The injured are receiving treatment at several hospitals, with some reported to be in serious condition.
Houthis and the Broader Conflict
The attack is part of an escalating exchange of strikes between Yemen's Houthi group and Saudi Arabia, targeting major airports and infrastructure on both sides. Following Saturday's strike on Riyadh, the Houthi group stated it was ready for 'reciprocal measures' with Saudi Arabia and called for keeping airports, seaports, and other facilities with humanitarian functions outside the military confrontation. Separately, Houthi-run al-Masirah TV reported that Saudi Arabia had launched a new wave of air and missile strikes across Houthi-held areas in Yemen, targeting Sanaa International Airport in the Houthi-held capital, areas near the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait, and several northern provinces.
What Happens Next
The Indian Embassy has pledged to provide further updates on the condition of the 11 injured Indians as information becomes available. Airport operations at King Khalid International Airport remain suspended pending safety assessments. With the Saudi-Houthi conflict showing no sign of de-escalation, the safety of the large Indian workforce in the Gulf kingdom will remain a priority diplomatic concern for New Delhi in the coming days.
Point of View
Any large-scale attack on Saudi infrastructure carries an automatic human cost for Indian families. The Houthi-Saudi exchange of airport strikes marks a dangerous escalation: both sides are now targeting civilian aviation infrastructure, a threshold that raises humanitarian and legal concerns under international law. New Delhi's measured but swift response signals that Gulf worker safety is increasingly a diplomatic priority — yet India's ability to influence either party in the conflict remains limited.
NationPress
11 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Indians were injured in the Riyadh airport attack?
The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed that 11 Indian nationals were among those injured in the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on 11 October 2025. The Embassy said it is in contact with local and hospital authorities to ensure their well-being.
Who carried out the attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport?
The attack is part of an ongoing exchange of strikes between Yemen's Houthi group and Saudi Arabia, which has involved targeting major airports on both sides. The Houthi group, following the Riyadh strike, stated it was open to reciprocal measures to keep airports and humanitarian facilities outside the military confrontation.
What is the total death toll from the Riyadh airport attack?
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed that 12 people were killed and 309 others were injured. Of the 12 fatalities, four were Saudi citizens and eight were foreign residents, including two Bangladeshis and nationals from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan.
Is King Khalid International Airport currently operational?
No. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that operations at King Khalid International Airport were temporarily suspended following the attack, pending damage assessments and safety checks. No timeline for resumption has been officially confirmed.
What has the Indian government done in response to the attack?
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has been in contact with Saudi local authorities and hospital officials to check on the 11 injured Indians. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also posted on X, saying the Embassy is 'doing everything necessary' and directing people to follow official Embassy updates.
