Telangana Minister for Public Enterprises and Minority Welfare, Mohammed Azharuddin, on Monday expressed grief, calling the bus accident in Saudi Arabia killing several Indian pilgrims, “unfortunate.”

Azharuddin told ANI that he is monitoring the situation and the government will ensure that at least one family member of the victims is sent to Saudi Arabia.

According to the Telangana Minister, the bus collided with an oil tanker and caught fire on its way from Mecca to Medinah.

He said, “The incident is very unfortunate and sad. Many people died after a bus carrying them collided with an oil tanker. I have received information that the bodies have also charred beyond recognition. The government has also issued a helpline number, and we are extending full help.”

“One family lost 18 peop

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