Hyderabad pilgrims tragedy: Shabbir Ali expresses grief and outlines government support
Hyderabad: Telangana Government advisor Mohammad Ali Shabbir on Monday expressed deep grief over the Hyderabad pilgrims tragedy after a Saudi bus accident on the Mecca–Medina highway. He said the reports shocked him and prayed for the departed while wishing strength to the families enduring the loss.
Shabbir Ali outlines state action in Hyderabad pilgrims tragedy
Shabbir Ali said the government began close monitoring soon after the accident. Moreover, he explained that Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi created a special control room to collect verified information about pilgrims from Telangana. Officials also stayed in constant contact with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh to ensure families received accurate updates.
He added that Telangana Bhavan opened three dedicated contact points. Families could call Vandana at +91 98719 99044 for liaison support. They could also reach PRO Ch. Chakravarthy at +91 99583 22143 or Liaison Officer Rakshit Naik at +91 96437 23157. These channels, he said, would guide families through the process and provide timely information.
Shabbir Ali stated that the Telangana Government would extend every possible form of help. He stressed that immediate support remained the top priority because families needed clear guidance and quick assistance.
Deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic bus accident on the Mecca-Medina highway in Saudi Arabia.
Praying for the departed souls and wishing strength to their families in this unbearably difficult time.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Telangana Bhavan has set up a…
— Mohammad Ali Shabbir (@mohdalishabbir) November 17, 2025