Riyadh: The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia on March 21, Saturday conducted consular and attestation service outreach camps across multiple cities in Saudi Arabia, assisting members of the Indian diaspora.
In a post on the X social media platform, the Indian Embassy in Riyadh said, “Glimpses of consular and attestation services being rendered by the Embassy of India at Dammam, Jubail and Hail today. The consular issues of Indian diaspora, visiting the centre, are being addressed satisfactorily”.
Glimpses of consular and attestation services being rendered by the Embassy of India at Dammam, Jubail and Hail today 🇮🇳🇸🇦.
The consular issues of Indian diaspora, visiting the centre, are being addressed satisfactorily.@MEAIndia @passportsevamea @diaspora_india pic.twitter.com/m9AWMrtaWH— India in Saudi Arabia (@IndianEmbRiyadh) March 21, 2026
According to a post on X by ‘India in Saudi Arabia’, embassy officials offered services in Dammam, Jubail and Hail on March 21, Saturday. The embassy shared glimpses of the outreach camps, stating that consular and attestation services were provided to Indian nationals at the locations. It added that the consular issues of members of the Indian diaspora visiting the centres were being addressed satisfactorily.
Earlier on March 20, Friday, the Ministry of External Affairs expressed deep condolences following the death of an Indian national in Riyadh, as the government continues to coordinate the repatriation of citizens caught in the escalating West Asia conflict. The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed the fatality following recent security incidents in the Saudi capital on March 18.
In an official statement, the diplomatic mission of India in Saudi Arabia, “The Embassy of India expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of an Indian national in Riyadh due to recent events on March 18”. Addressing an Inter-Ministerial Briefing in New Delhi, Additional Secretary in the Gulf Division at the Ministry of External Affairs, Aseem Mahajan, confirmed the latest casualty.
“Late last night, we received information regarding the tragic demise of an Indian national during an attack in Riyadh on March 18. We express our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased. Our mission in Riyadh is in touch with the family and is coordinating closely with the local authorities for the early return of mortal remains to India”, Mahajan stated.
The Embassy further highlighted that its officials are actively engaging with the relatives to facilitate necessary formalities and provide consular assistance. “The Embassy is in touch with the family and local authorities. We remain committed to extending all possible assistance in this matter”, the mission’s statement added.
The Embassy has also advised the Indian community to stay calm and composed amidst escalating tensions and repeated strikes. On March 18, alerts were recieved by the residents in Riyadh and some other regions of the country. The Indian Embassy has urged the diaspora to adhere to the advisories, guidelines and instructions issued by the Saudi authorities and stay vigilant. In case of any emergencies, the Indian community can immediately approach the Indian consulates in Saudi Arabia, contact via helpline numbers and are advised stay updated with the regular advisories issued by the embassy.
(With Inputs from ANI)
