Tragic Attack at Riyadh Airport: Indian Family to Hold Funeral for Victim Mohammed Yousuf Ali

The family of Mohammed Yousuf Ali, an Indian national who tragically died in a recent attack at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, has decided to hold his funeral in the city. The Indian Embassy is actively assisting the family with arrangements and has been in contact with the injured Indian nationals. The attack, which injured hundreds, has drawn strong condemnation from India, emphasizing the need for an end to such violence against civilians. This article provides an overview of the incident and the ongoing support from the Indian mission.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 12, 2026, 19:48 IST

Funeral Arrangements for Indian Victim

Dubai: The Indian Embassy announced on Monday that the family of Mohammed Yousuf Ali, who tragically lost his life in a recent attack at Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport, has opted to hold his funeral in Riyadh.

The attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in injuries to around 300 individuals, including ten Indian nationals.

Saudi authorities have attributed the incident to the Houthi movement from Yemen.

In a social media update, the Indian Embassy confirmed, "The family of the deceased Mohammed Yousuf Ali has chosen to conduct the funeral in Riyadh."

The embassy is actively assisting the family with all necessary arrangements for the funeral.

Officials from the Indian mission have also visited local hospitals to check on the condition of injured Indian citizens.

#Update regarding Riyadh airport attack on Oct 10.

The family of late Mr. Mohammed Yousuf Ali, who passed away in the attack on Riyadh airport, has decided to conduct the funeral in Riyadh itself. Mission is providing all assistance to the bereaved family including completion of all formalities for the funeral.

Mission officials have visited the hospitals where injured nationals are undergoing treatment. Three persons continue to be in ICU, and two more have been admitted in the ICU, two remain in the normal ward, and rest have been discharged. The Embassy remains in constant touch with their family members and providing all possible support.

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— India in Saudi Arabia (@IndianEmbRiyadh) October 12, 2026

According to the embassy's update, three individuals are still in intensive care, while two others have recently been admitted to the ICU. Two patients are in a regular ward, and the remaining have been discharged.

The Indian mission is maintaining close communication with the families of all injured individuals, offering comprehensive support.

In addition to Mohammed Yousuf Ali, the attack claimed the lives of four Saudi citizens, two Bangladeshis, a Palestinian, an American, an Egyptian, a Jordanian, a Syrian, and a Sudanese.

India condemned the assault on the airport, with New Delhi labeling the ongoing attacks on civilians and infrastructure in Saudi Arabia as "entirely unacceptable and must stop immediately."

The Indian Embassy reiterated its advisory, urging all Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to stay vigilant, remain indoors when necessary, and adhere to local authorities' guidance.