Indian Embassy monitors injured nationals after Riyadh airport attack; one dead, three in ICU
Riyadh: Indian Embassy officials in Saudi Arabia have visited all hospitals where Indian nationals injured in the attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport are being treated, as the mission continues to monitor the condition of those affected.
The Embassy said one Indian national died in the attack, while three others remain in intensive care units in a stable condition. Two more are undergoing treatment in general wards, and the remaining injured Indians have been discharged.
In a post on X on Monday, the Embassy said its officials had visited every hospital where injured Indian nationals were admitted. It thanked the Saudi authorities for the medical care provided and assured the families that the mission would extend all possible support.
“Further Update regarding Riyadh airport attack: Our Embassy officials have visited all hospitals where Indian nationals injured in the attack have been admitted. As mentioned earlier, 1 Indian national unfortunately passed away today, 3 are in ICU but stable, 2 more are admitted in normal wards while others have been discharged,” the Embassy said.
The deceased has been identified as Mohammed Yusuf Ali, a native of Hyderabad. His two sons and an aunt were also injured in the attack.
On Sunday, the Embassy confirmed the death and said it was in touch with the family to ensure the early repatriation of the mortal remains.
“It is learnt that one Indian national injured in the Riyadh attack has unfortunately lost his life today. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains,” the Embassy posted on X.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed grief over the death and said the Embassy would provide all possible assistance to the bereaved family.
“Deeply grieved at the loss of life of an Indian national in the Riyadh attack. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. The Embassy will extend all possible assistance,” Jaishankar said in a post on X.
The attack on King Khalid International Airport on October 10 killed 12 people and injured 309 others, according to the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation. The incident came amid continued exchanges of strikes between Yemen’s Houthi group and Saudi Arabia targeting major airports.
India condemned the attack on Sunday, describing assaults on civilians and civilian infrastructure as “unacceptable” and calling for an immediate end to hostilities.
(Inputs from IANS)