In a significant development, the Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Dr. Zulfiqar Haider, announced that the government plans to withdraw from managing Hajj arrangements. From 2026, private operators may handle the entire Hajj program, as highlighted in a Senate Standing Committee meeting on Religious Affairs chaired by Senator Maulana Atta-ur-Rehman. Dr. Haider emphasized […]
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All Hajj 2025 Applications Accepted Under Government Scheme: Ministry of Religious Affairs
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced an unprecedented move: all applications submitted under the government Hajj scheme for 2025 have been approved. This decision was made following the conclusion of the third extension for Hajj applications, which ended with 82,000 submissions—7,000 short of the allocated quota. In a bid to ensure every eligible applicant […]
Hajj 2025 Application Deadline Extended: Everything You Need to Know
Planning to perform Hajj in 2025? Here’s an update that might help you finalize your journey. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the deadline for submitting Hajj applications under the government scheme until December 10, 2024. This decision comes as the number of applications received so far has been lower than expected. Key Announcements […]
Government Announces Hajj Policy 2025 with New Installment Options and Increased Quota
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony recently unveiled the much-anticipated Hajj Policy 2025, providing clarity and detailed information on the upcoming year’s pilgrimage process and costs. Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Minister for Religious Affairs, addressed key aspects, including the expected Hajj cost, accommodation options, installment plans, and quota allocations, marking significant updates to ease […]