India confirmed the death of an Indian national in Riyadh on March 18 due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia is providing assistance and staying in contact with the family and local authorities. The conflict in West Asia began on February 28 after US-Israeli strikes on Iran, resulting in the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other officials.
The Indian Embassy has advised Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines and advisories issued by local authorities and the embassy. It emphasized refraining from sharing videos or news related to the ongoing events. Indian and Saudi air carriers are operating regular schedules to Indian destinations, with options available for Indian nationals wanting to travel to India.
Indian carriers have resumed operations from Riyadh, and 24×7 helpline numbers have been provided for Indian nationals in case of emergencies. The Embassy of India in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah are functioning normally, issuing updates and advisories as needed. Consular Camps are being conducted regularly to assist Indian nationals.
