This Breaking News story comes from Saudi Arabia, where a very sad accident took place early Monday morning near the holy city of Madinah. According to Latest News reports, a bus carrying Umrah pilgrims from India crashed into a diesel tanker. The accident was extremely serious, and 45 people lost their lives. The incident has shocked families in India and has become one of the biggest Daily news highlights of the week.
The bus was carrying 46 people in total. Out of them, only one person survived, making it a heartbreaking and emotional story for many families.
The Only Survivor: How He Escaped
Police officials and travel agents confirmed that the only survivor is a 24-year-old man named Abdul Shoeb Mohammed.
He is currently in the hospital and slowly recovering. According to a travel consultant from Hyderabad, Abdul Shoeb survived in a shocking and brave way:
- He broke the window of the burning bus
- He jumped out before the fire spread
- He suffered serious head injuries
- Doctors placed him in the ICU for treatment
Travel agents said he is now improving, but the incident has left him deeply shocked.
More Details About the Passengers
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar shared more information about the group:
- They were all part of a 54-member Umrah group from Hyderabad
- Eight people were safe because they were not on the bus
- Four had stayed back in Makkah
- Four others had chosen to travel by car instead of the bus
He also said the police and Indian authorities are trying to contact all families and confirm full details of every passenger. Most of the people who lost their lives were from Hyderabad, and one passenger was from Karnataka.
Indian media also reported that the bus caught fire after the collision, which made it even harder for passengers to escape. Among the dead were:
- 20 women
- 11 children
- Several men from the same community
The accident happened so quickly that almost no one had time to react.
Reaction From Indian Leaders
The accident has become a major topic in Saudi Arabia News and India News, with many national leaders expressing their sadness.
Reactions from Indian officials
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was “deeply saddened” by the deaths.
- He shared his message on X and said his thoughts were with all families who lost loved ones.
- He also wished a quick recovery for the injured survivor.
The Prime Minister confirmed that:
- The Indian Embassy in Riyadh
- And the Consulate in Jeddah
…are helping families and working closely with Saudi authorities.
Minister S. Jaishankar’s message
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also reacted strongly. He said he was “deeply shocked” by the news and assured families that the Indian government is giving full support.
He also confirmed that embassy officials are in touch with local authorities and will help with all legal and emergency procedures.
Saudi Arabia Yet to Confirm Death Toll
Even though Indian officials have shared details, Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed the exact number of deaths. The situation is still developing, and more information may be released soon.
This tragic crash comes only weeks after another deadly bus accident in the region:
- A bus travelling from Saudi Arabia to Yemen
- Crashed in a mountainous part of Yemen
- It collided with a minibus and then caught fire
- This earlier accident also caused multiple deaths
Authorities and travel agencies say these recent incidents show how dangerous some long-distance routes in the region can be.
Important Facts About the Accident
- A bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims crashed near Madinah
- 45 people died, and only one man survived
- The survivor escaped by breaking the window and jumping out
- Indian authorities are supporting families
- Saudi Arabia has not yet confirmed the full death count
India’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister expressed deep condolences
