Princess Hind bint Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, a member of Saudi Arabia’s royal family and one of the daughters of the late King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has passed away. The Saudi Royal Court announced her death on January 13, 2026, stating that she passed away outside the Kingdom.
Her funeral prayer (Janazah) was performed on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after Asr prayer at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Grand Mosque in Riyadh, led by Prince Faisal bin Bandar, Governor of the Riyadh Region.
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The announcement has prompted widespread condolences from leaders, including Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, as well as international figures, highlighting her respected status within the House of Saud.
Royal Lineage and Family Background Princess Hind was a daughter of King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud (1902–1969), the second King of Saudi Arabia who ruled from 1953 to 1964. As part of the extensive Al Saud family, she belonged to one of the most prominent branches of the royal lineage, with deep historical ties to the founding of the modern Kingdom.
Her father, King Saud, was a key figure in the early consolidation of the state, and her siblings and extended relatives include numerous senior princes and princesses. The princess was known for her noble character, close connection to people, and contributions in humanitarian and charitable spheres, often working quietly without seeking public attention.
She had pursued studies in psychology and served in healthcare roles, including at King Khalid University Hospital, reflecting her commitment to social welfare and community service.
Condolences and National Mourning The passing has evoked profound grief across Saudi Arabia and beyond, with official statements describing it as a moment of deep sorrow for the royal family and the nation.
Pakistani leaders expressed solidarity, with President Zardari noting the grief shared by those who hold the Saudi royal family in high esteem, and Prime Minister Sharif extending heartfelt sympathies while standing with the Kingdom in this hour of loss. Other condolences came from regional leaders, such as Qatar’s Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council President Rashad Al-Alimi.
Prayers focused on Allah granting her vast mercy, a place in Paradise, and patience to her family. The event underscores the interconnectedness of Gulf monarchies and Pakistan-Saudi ties, as the Kingdom mourns a respected royal figure whose legacy includes quiet dedication to humanitarian causes and family values.