At least 42 people are feared dead after a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker near Medina in Saudi Arabia, according to reports from local media on Monday. The victims are believed to be Indian nationals, including several individuals from Hyderabad.
The severe impact of the collision caused a massive fire, leaving many passengers charred beyond recognition. Emergency teams responded immediately, but the scale of the tragedy has raised deep concern among authorities and families awaiting confirmation.
The Telangana government has stated that it is in constant touch with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh. In an official communication, the government confirmed that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has alerted officials in New Delhi and instructed them to coordinate closely with embassy representatives to obtain accurate details and assist families.
Further information on the identities of the victims and the cause of the collision is awaited as officials continue their investigation.
