Kathmandu. In view of the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia, Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah till October 20.
“We are closely monitoring the situation and continuously assessing the situation to ensure safe resumption of flights,” Air India said in an official statement on Friday. ’
According to Air India, the passengers affected by the flight cancellation will be given a full refund. The airline has said that the safety of passengers and crew is its top priority.
Earlier, the Indian Embassy had issued an advisory urging Indian citizens to follow the instructions of the local authorities and stay indoors in case of air strikes. The advisory said that Indian citizens who need to leave Saudi Arabia immediately can consider flights through neighboring countries including Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar.
One Indian national was killed and 10 others injured in an attack on Saudi Arabia’s international airport by Iran-backed Houthi rebels. – Agency
