Dashain gone, Tihar uncertain: Nepali workers stranded in Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks disrupt flights
Summary
Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia have disrupted flights and left hundreds of Nepali workers stranded, with many unable to return home for Dashain and uncertain about Tihar. Airlines have cancelled or suspended services across major Saudi airports, forcing workers to face delays, higher fares and mounting stress.
Key Points
- Houthi attacks at Saudi airports have caused widespread flight cancellations, stranding Nepali workers who planned to return home for Dashain and Tihar.
- About 45 percent of scheduled flights from Saudi airports were cancelled between October 8 and 25, with Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport hit hardest.
- Nepali airlines and foreign carriers have suspended or reduced services, while workers report confusion over refunds, rebooking and alternative travel routes.
- The Nepali embassy and foreign ministry say they are monitoring the situation and urging citizens to verify flights before travelling to airports.
