Tragic Update: Second Indian National Dies Following Riyadh Airport Attack

Devastating Loss in Riyadh

Dubai: The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia announced on Wednesday that a second Indian national has died from injuries sustained during the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 10.

In a heartfelt message shared on X, the embassy expressed, "With a heavy heart, we share that another Indian national, critically injured in the 10 October attack on Riyadh airport, has passed away in ICU."

They further stated, "We have been by his family’s side throughout, and we remain with them now. We convey heartfelt condolences to the family and friends."

The embassy pledged to provide all necessary support to repatriate the deceased's remains to India or to arrange a funeral in Riyadh, depending on the family's preferences.

With a heavy heart, we share that another Indian national, critically injured in the 10 October attack on Riyadh airport, has passed away in ICU.

We have been by his family’s side throughout, and we remain with them now. We convey heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.

We will extend all possible assistance to bring his mortal remains home to India or funeral in Riyadh as per the wishes of the family.

@MEAIndia
@diaspora_india

— India in Saudi Arabia (@IndianEmbRiyadh) November 4, 2026

The tragic incident resulted in the death of one Indian national on the day of the attack, with several others suffering injuries.

The first victim was identified as Mohammed Yousuf Ali, whose funeral took place in Riyadh on October 12.

As of October 23, the Indian Embassy reported that two injured nationals remained in ICU, while two others were in general hospital wards. Seven individuals had already been discharged.

Saudi authorities attributed the attack to Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, although the group has not officially claimed responsibility.

Initially, the General Authority of Civil Aviation in Saudi Arabia reported 12 fatalities and 309 injuries from the attack.

The death toll later rose to 13 with the passing of the first Indian victim, and now stands at 14 following the recent death of the second Indian national.