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Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: Telugu Actor Chiranjeevi Condoles The Death Of Indian Pilgrims
Telugu Actor Chiranjeevi condoles the death of Indian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: One Surviror
Rescue teams said the bus was completely charred, making identification of victims extremely challenging. Reports claimed one person, Mohd Abdul Shoiab, has survived and is in hospital. However, his condition is unknown.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: "My Thoughts With Families Who Lost Their Loved Ones": PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed profound sorrow following a tragic accident in Medina, Saudi Arabia, which involved Indian nationals.
"Deeply saddened by the accident in Medinah involving Indian nationals. My thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones. I pray for the swift recovery of all those injured. Our Embassy in Riyadh and Consulate in Jeddah are providing all possible assistance. Our officials are also in close contact with Saudi Arabian authorities," said Narendra Modi in a post on X.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: Hyderabad MLA Majid Hussain In Touch with Bereaved Families
Following the tragic bus accident in Saudi Arabia, Hyderabad's Nampally MLA Mohammad Majid Hussain told ANI he is in direct contact with the bereaved families in Hyderabad and is coordinating with higher officials.
He stated that he and the authorities are actively communicating, with AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi in touch with the Consulate General of India in Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: 'Shocked and deeply saddened' By The Incident, Says Kiren Rijiju
"I'm shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic bus accident on the Medina–Mecca highway in Saudi Arabia that claimed the lives of Indian pilgrims. We are in touch with our Embassy officials who are gathering more details & extending all possible assistance. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Prayers for strength in this difficult time," said Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Parliament.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: Telangana CM, EAM Jaishankar Offer Condolences
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed profound shock over the horrific incident. Responding immediately to preliminary information that the accident occurred during travel from Mecca to Medina and that residents of Hyderabad were among those involved, he directed the Chief Secretary and DGP to gather full details.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he was “deeply shocked” at the accident involving Indian nationals in Medinah. He stated that the Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah are providing the fullest support to affected Indians and their families.
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Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: Government Offers Full Support, Says Jaishankar
"Deeply shocked at the accident involving Indian nationals in Medinah, Saudi Arabia. Our Embassy in Riyadh and Consulate in Jeddah are giving fullest support to Indian nationals and families affected by this accident. Sincere condolences to the bereaved families. Pray for the speedy recovery of those injured." Jaishankar said in a post on X.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: 11 Women And 10 Children Among Victims
The report said at least 11 women and 10 children were among the victims, though authorities are still verifying the numbers.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: What Happened?
The bus was reportedly on its way from Makkah to Madina when the crash happened around 1.30 a.m. IST near Mufrihat. Most passengers on the bus were from Hyderabad in Telangana, Khaleej Times reported.
According to a Gulf News report, many passengers were reportedly asleep at the time, leaving them little chance to escape when the bus burst into flames after the collision.
Medina Accident Live Updates: Owaisi's Request To Centre
"I have contacted two Hyderabad-based travel agencies and shared the passengers’ details with the Riyadh Embassy and the Foreign Secretary. I request the Union Government, especially EAM Dr S. Jaishankar, to bring the bodies back to India and, if anyone is injured, ensure that they receive proper medical treatment,” Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi told ANI.
Saudi Arabia Bus Accident Live Updates: Control Room Has Been Set; Check Helpline Number
A control room has been set up at the Secretariat to monitor details and relief measures regarding this incident on an ongoing basis, to provide information to the families and relatives.
Control Room Numbers: +91 79979 59754, +91 99129 19545
A 24x7 Control Room has also been set up in Consulate General of India, Jeddah. The contact details of the Helpline are as under:
Toll free number- 8002440003
Medina Accident Live Updates: Only 1 Survived, Said Owaisi
Among the passengers were also residents of Hyderabad. According to Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi only one has survived the crash.
Medina Accident Live Updates: Telangana CM Expresses Shock Over Accident
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed profound shock over the horrific accident involving a bus carrying Indian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
"The Chief Minister has instructed officials from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Saudi Embassy to be contacted regarding this incident and to immediately undertake necessary relief measures. Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao has promptly spoken with Coordination Secretary Gaurav Uppal in Delhi and issued the required directives," Telangana CMO said in a post on X.
Medina Accident Live Updates: 42 Indians Feared Dead After Collision With Diesel Tanker
In a tragic incident, at least 42 Indians are feared dead after a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker near the city of Medina on Monday, according to local media in Saudi Arabia.
The passengers are believed to be Indian nationals, primarily hailing from the city of Hyderabad, though official confirmations are still awaited.
Telangana government claims it has established contact with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh following the reports, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy having alerted officials in New Delhi and asked them to work in close coordination with embassy authorities to verify details and provide assistance.
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