SRINAGAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound grief over the fatal bus accident in Medina, Saudi Arabia, which involved several Indian nationals. In a message posted on social media, he extended his condolences to the families of those who died and wished a speedy recovery for the injured.
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…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2025
Modi said he was “deeply saddened by the accident in Medinah involving Indian nationals”, adding that the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah were providing all possible assistance, and that officials were in close contact with the Saudi authorities.
At least 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims are feared dead after a passenger bus collided with a diesel tanker near Medina on Monday, causing the vehicle to burst into flames. Early reports suggest that most of the victims were from Telangana, including a significant number from Hyderabad. Among them were at least 20 women and 11 children.
The pilgrims were travelling back to Medina after performing Umrah in Mecca when the crash occurred. Rescue efforts remain under way, and the Indian Embassy and Consulate have set up a 24×7 control room to support affected families.
