Indian Embassy Confirms No Indian Fatalities After Projectile Strike in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Kharj
New Delhi | 9 March 2026 The Embassy of India in Riyadh clarified on Monday that no Indian national was killed in the projectile strike that hit a residential area in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia. The mission said it has been in close contact with Saudi authorities following the incident. In a statement shared on social media, the embassy said, “It is a matter of relief that there has been no Indian fatality in the unfortunate incident at Al Kharj yesterday evening.” Earlier reports from a Saudi Civil Defense official had suggested that two people who died in the incident included an Indian and a Bangladeshi national. However, the Indian embassy later confirmed that no Indian citizen was among those killed. The projectile reportedly struck a residential facility belonging to a maintenance and cleaning company, causing casualties and damage to property. The embassy also confirmed that an Indian national was injured in the incident and is currently receiving treatment. According to the statement, “Counsellor (CW) Shri Y. Sabir visited Al Kharj last night and met the injured Indian national involved in this unfortunate incident. He is currently receiving treatment at a government hospital in Al Kharj.” Authorities reported that several Bangladeshi residents were also injured during the strike. Saudi officials said that targeting civilian infrastructure violates international humanitarian law and that appropriate procedures have been initiated following the incident. The embassy has also issued a safety advisory to Indian citizens living in the Kingdom, urging them to stay alert and follow instructions issued by local authorities. “In view of the prevailing situation in the region and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, all Indian Nationals currently in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are advised to continue to remain vigilant, strictly adhere to the safety guidelines prevalent in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and follow advisories issued by the local authorities and the Embassy,” the statement added. The incident comes at a time of rising tensions in the Middle East amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran and the United States. Several Gulf nations, including United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have faced security concerns as the regional situation continues to escalate. Indian Embassy Says No Indian Killed in Projectile Strike in Saudi Arabia The Embassy of India in Riyadh confirmed that no Indian national was killed after a projectile struck a residential area in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia. In a statement on social media, the embassy said, “It is a matter of relief that there has been no Indian fatality in the unfortunate incident at Al Kharj yesterday evening.” The mission added that it is in contact with Saudi authorities regarding the incident. Earlier, a statement from the Saudi Civil Defense had mentioned that two people who died included an Indian and a Bangladeshi national. However, the Indian embassy later clarified that no Indian citizen was among the fatalities. The projectile reportedly hit a residential facility linked to a maintenance and cleaning company, causing casualties and property damage. The embassy also confirmed that one Indian national was injured and is currently receiving treatment at a government hospital in Al-Kharj. The statement noted, “Counsellor (CW) Shri Y. Sabir visited Al Kharj last night and met the injured Indian national involved in this unfortunate incident. He is currently receiving treatment at a government hospital in Al Kharj.” Meanwhile, the embassy advised Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain cautious and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities. The development comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East involving Iran and the United States, which has raised security concerns across the region.
