Saudi Bus Crash Claims 45 Lives: PM Modi Offers Condolences, India Rallies Support
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A devastating bus crash in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of at least 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims, leaving only one survivor. According to reports, the bus was carrying 54 passengers from Telangana, who were on their way from Mecca to Madinah on November 9. The accident occurred on Monday, prompting Telangana's Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to express shock and initiate a close watch on the situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his condolences to the families of the victims and assured assistance from the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and Consulate in Jeddah. The Telangana government has set up a control room to coordinate support and verify casualties. Hyderabad police confirmed that several residents from the city were among the deceased. As the situation unfolds, the Indian Embassy is working closely with local authorities to provide aid to the affected families.
