Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement for Hajj 2025, aimed at improving facilities for Pakistani pilgrims.
Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik participated in the ongoing four-day International Hajj Conference in Jeddah. The conference, alongside the Hajj Expo, seeks to foster further agreements to enhance pilgrim services.
Pakistan’s Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik and the Saudi Minister of Hajj signed the agreement in Jeddah.
Under this agreement, 189,210 Pakistanis will perform Hajj this year, as confirmed by a Ministry of Religious Affairs spokesperson.
The Ministry of Hajj and Religious Affairs (MORA) spokesperson highlighted several new measures to ensure a more comfortable Hajj experience for Pakistani pilgrims, including dedicated spaces in Mina at reduced rates, and a flexible 20-25 day Hajj program.
Pilgrims will stay in Medina for 4 to 8 days with the option to choose accommodations based on their preferences.
Each pilgrim will receive a personalized bag featuring the Pakistani flag, a QR-coded identity tag, and essential information.
A mobile app will provide live maps, locations, and important updates to enhance the pilgrims’ Hajj experience.
