India Issues Fresh Advisory for Umrah Pilgrims Stranded in Saudi Arabia Amid Flight Disruptions
NEW DELHI, October 25, 2026, [VoM News]: A fresh advisory has been issued by the authorities for its nationals in Saudi Arabia, particularly Umrah pilgrims who suffers the flight cancellations and other continuous issues.
The indina authorities have coordinated with the Gulf kingdom to facilitate their early return, reveals the details as available with VoM News.
Amid the regional tensions lead to disruptions, the advisory comes which could be a sigh of relief for the indian nationals.
The Consulate General of India in Jeddah said its 24-hour control rooms in Jeddah and Makkah were providing assistance to affected Indians, including food, essential medicines and other immediate necessities wherever feasible.
The mission said it was in regular contact with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address issues arising from delayed departures and visa validity.
Pilgrims who are facing accommodation or service-related difficulties have been advised to contact the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s Pilgrim Care Centre at 1966, register their complaints and obtain a case reference number.
They have also been urged to remain in touch with their Umrah service providers.
The consulate is coordinating with Indian airlines over cancellations, refunds and passenger concerns.
The authorities are saying, the Indian Umrah tour operators are being connected with airlines still operating flights to India to explore alternative travel arrangements.
Such options will depend on seat availability, applicable fares and airline requirements.
The advisory issued reveals that affected passengers have been advised to contact their airlines, travel agents or tour operators regarding rebooking, refunds and alternative travel plans.
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