98 Indian pilgrims died during Hajj in Mecca: External affairs ministry

Description: In a heartbreaking turn of events, Mecca witnessed a devastating loss of over 550 lives during the annual Hajj pilgrimage as temperatures soared above 50 degrees Celsius. This tragic incident unfolded amidst the sacred rituals meant to unify millions of devout Muslims from across the globe. The intense heatwave posed unprecedented challenges, overwhelming emergency services and highlighting critical infrastructure gaps. Join us as we delve into the aftermath of this catastrophe and discuss the urgent need for improved safety measures to protect pilgrims during future Hajj seasons. #MeccaTragedy #HajjPilgrimage #ExtremeHeat #EmergencyResponse #ClimateCrisis #HeatwaveAlert #IslamicPilgrimage #SaudiArabia #GlobalUnity #HumanitarianEmergency #SafetyMeasures #WeatherAlert #PublicHealthCrisis #DisasterResponse #HeatstrokeAwareness