What Happened in the Saudi Bus Accident Involving Indian Pilgrims?
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Synopsis
A tragic bus accident involving Indian Umrah pilgrims near Madina has prompted the Indian Consulate in Jeddah to establish a control room. The Telangana government is also assisting families affected by this devastating incident.
Key Takeaways
- A control room has been established by the Indian Consulate in Jeddah for support.
- The Telangana government is coordinating with officials to gather details about victims.
- At least 42 pilgrims are feared dead due to the tragic accident.
- Contact numbers for assistance have been provided to families.
- Ongoing efforts are being made to support affected families during this difficult time.
Hyderabad, Nov 17 (NationPress) The Indian Consulate General in Jeddah has established a control room following a devastating bus accident near Madina that involved Indian Umrah pilgrims. The Consulate's announcement stated, “In light of the tragic bus accident near Madina, Saudi Arabia, involving Indian Umrah pilgrims, a 24x7 Control Room has been activated at the Consulate General of India, Jeddah. The helpline contact details are: 8002440003 (Toll-free), 0122614093, 0126614276, and 0556122301 (WhatsApp).” This information was shared in a post on ‘X’.
The Telangana government has also opened a control room at Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi.
Senior officials at Telangana Bhavan have maintained direct communication with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to gather comprehensive details about the accident and confirm the number of individuals from Telangana involved.
Control Room Contact Numbers at Telangana Bhavan, New Delhi:
Vandhana, PS to Resident Commissioner and Liaison Head: +91 98719 99044
CH. Chakravarthi, Public Relations Officer: +91 99583 22143
Rakshith Nail, Liaison Officer: +91 96437 23157
Officials from the Telangana government have been actively engaging with the Indian embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General in Jeddah to obtain information about the Umrah pilgrims who tragically lost their lives in the accident near Madina early Monday.
As per the Chief Minister’s Office, discussions took place with the Consulate General in Jeddah and the Deputy Ambassador in Riyadh to ascertain if there were any pilgrims from Telangana among the deceased, and if so, how many.
They directed the Resident Commissioner and Coordination Secretary in Delhi to coordinate with Ministry of External Affairs officials and provide complete updates.
Unconfirmed media reports indicate that at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims are feared to have died after their passenger bus, traveling from Mecca to Madina, collided with a diesel tanker early Monday morning.
The accident took place around 1:30 a.m. IST at a site identified as Mufrihat.
Victims, including women and children, hailed from Hyderabad. The group had just completed their rituals in Mecca and was en route to Madina when the incident occurred.
The Telangana government has also set up a control room in the Secretariat at Hyderabad to offer necessary information and support to the families affected by the bus accident.
Control room contact numbers are: +91 79979 59754 and +91 99129 19545
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi stated that he communicated with the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, who informed him they were working on gathering details.
The MP also reached out to two travel agencies in Hyderabad and shared the passenger details with the Riyadh Embassy and the Foreign Secretary.
Point of View
It is imperative to approach this heartbreaking incident with sensitivity and factual integrity. The loss of lives in such tragic circumstances highlights the need for immediate support and comprehensive communication from authorities. The swift action taken by both the Indian Consulate in Jeddah and the Telangana government to provide assistance is commendable. We stand with the affected families during this difficult time.
NationPress
17/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the circumstances of the bus accident?
The bus accident involved Indian Umrah pilgrims traveling from Mecca to Madina, where the bus collided with a diesel tanker, leading to multiple fatalities.
How can families get assistance?
Families can reach out to the control room established by the Indian Consulate in Jeddah at 8002440003, as well as contact numbers provided by the Telangana government.
How many casualties were reported?
Unconfirmed media reports suggest that at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims are feared dead due to the accident.
What actions are being taken by the Telangana government?
The Telangana government has set up a control room in Hyderabad and is coordinating with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh to gather information about the victims.
Is there support available for the victims' families?
Yes, both the Indian Consulate and the Telangana government have established control rooms to provide information and support to the families of the victims.
