Families of Madina Bus Tragedy Victims Return to Hyderabad; Waqf Board Chairman Thanks Telangana Government
Relatives of the Madina bus tragedy victims have returned to Hyderabad after performing the last rites. Waqf Board Chairman Khusro Pasha thanked the Telangana government, especially CM Revanth Reddy and ministers, for arranging immediate travel and full support to the families.
Hyderabad: The relatives of the victims who lost their lives in last week’s tragic Madina Munawwara bus accident has returned to Hyderabad on Tuesday after completing the last rites of their loved ones. Their arrival marked an emotional moment as families continue to recover from the devastating loss.
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Speaking to the media, Telangana Waqf Board Chairman Khusro Pasha expressed gratitude to the Telangana government for extending timely and comprehensive support to all affected families.
Chairman Praises CM Revanth Reddy for Immediate Arrangements
Khusro Pasha revealed that soon after the accident, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy personally intervened and ensured that arrangements were made within 24 hours for family members to travel to Madina. The government also bore all the travel and related expenses, he added.
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He specially thanked:
- Minister Mohammed Azharuddin
- Minister Mohammed Majid Hussain
- Minorities Finance Corporation MD B. Shafiullah
for reaching Madina promptly and managing all necessary procedures and support for the grieving families.
Health Condition of Survivor Mohammed Shoaib
Responding to questions about the condition of Mohammed Shoaib, the only survivor of the accident, Khusro Pasha said that a member of the Telangana Haj Committee is present with him in Saudi Arabia, constantly monitoring his health status.
“As soon as Shoaib’s health stabilises and doctors allow, he will be brought back to Hyderabad immediately,” Pasha confirmed.
Details of the Tragic Accident
The tragic accident occurred around 25 km before Madina Munawwara, when a group of pilgrims travelling from Makkah to Madina met with a severe road collision.
According to official details:
- 46 passengers were on the bus
- 45 pilgrims were martyred in the accident
- 42 were from Hyderabad
- 3 were from Bengaluru
- Only one person, Mohammed Shoaib, survived and is under treatment in Saudi Arabia
The tragic event has caused deep sorrow across Telangana and Karnataka, with communities mourning the loss of dozens of pilgrims.
