The Consulate General of India in Jeddah is providing assistance to Indian nationals, particularly Umrah pilgrims, affected by ongoing flight disruptions between India and Saudi Arabia.
The consulate has kept its 24-hour control rooms in Jeddah and Makkah operational to assist affected travellers. With support from Indian community associations and volunteers, the mission is facilitating food, essential medicines and other immediate necessities wherever required and feasible.
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The Indian consulate in Jeddah is assisting Umrah pilgrims affected by flight disruptions.
Round-the-clock control rooms are operating in Jeddah and Makkah.
Food, essential medicines and other immediate assistance are being facilitated where needed.
The mission is coordinating with airlines on cancellations, refunds and alternative travel options.
Saudi authorities are being contacted over visa validity and delayed departures.
The consulate is also coordinating with Indian airlines regarding flight cancellations and passenger concerns, including refund-related issues. It is connecting Indian Umrah tour operators with airlines that continue to operate services to India to explore alternative travel arrangements.
The mission is also in contact with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and Ministry of Foreign Affairs to address difficulties faced by affected travellers, including visa validity and delayed departures.
Alternative travel arrangements depend on seat availability, applicable fares and the requirements of the airlines concerned. Affected passengers are advised to remain in contact with their airlines, travel agents and Umrah service providers for updates on cancellations, rebooking and refunds.
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Why This Matters
Flight cancellations can leave pilgrims facing extended stays, accommodation difficulties and uncertainty over their return journeys. Consular assistance and coordination with airlines and Saudi authorities can help affected Indian nationals access support and explore alternative travel arrangements.
Pilgrims experiencing accommodation or other service-related difficulties during an extended stay in Saudi Arabia can contact the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s Pilgrim Care Centre at 1966 to register their concerns and obtain a case reference number.
The consulate continues to coordinate with the concerned authorities, airlines and other stakeholders to facilitate the return of affected Indian nationals.
