A tragic incident occurred on Sunday in Al-Kharj Governorate of Saudi Arabia. Here two people lost their lives when a military projectile fell in the residential area of a company. The dead include an Indian citizen and a Bangladeshi. 12 other people have also been injured in this attack, who have been immediately taken to the hospital for treatment. After the incident, security has been increased in the area and people have been asked to remain alert.
What happened in Al-Kharj and who became the victim?
Saudi Civil Defense confirmed that the attack occurred on Sunday, 8 March 2026. The attack took place at the residence of a maintenance and cleaning company, where many migrant workers lived. According to official information, out of the two people who died, one was a citizen of India and the other was a citizen of Bangladesh. At the same time, all the 12 injured people are said to be Bangladeshi. Saudi Defense Ministry spokesman Major General Turki al-Maliki said that they had destroyed 8 drones in the air on the same day, but the residential building had suffered heavy damage due to falling debris.
What was the impact on flights and security?
After this incident, air travel has been significantly affected due to security reasons. Indian airlines like Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have canceled or rescheduled around 279 international flights on March 8 keeping safety in mind. Due to this tension, oil prices have also increased. Many countries including America have advised their citizens to be cautious and avoid non-essential travel.
Important instructions for migrants
If you live in Saudi Arabia, do not touch any debris or suspicious objects. If you see any such thing then immediately call the emergency number. 911 Call at. Do not share photos or videos of the incident on social media, doing so may result in legal action. Companies have been asked to follow the new rules to ensure the safety of their employees.