Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony announced the conclusion of the Hajj flight operation as the last batch of pilgrims arrived in Jeddah. The operation transported 172,710 Pakistani pilgrims to the holy city of Makkah, with the first batch arriving on May 21. Of this number, 81,880 individuals participated under the government scheme, while 90,830 were part of the private scheme.
The Hajj pilgrimage is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, and those performing it follow a series of rituals in the holy city of Makkah. As the pilgrimage season came to a close, the Ministry expressed gratitude to all those involved in the operation, including airlines and health officials.
With the ongoing pandemic, the Ministry took extra precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pilgrims. The Hajj authorities limited the number of attendees to comply with COVID-19 restrictions and required all participants to be fully vaccinated before traveling to Saudi Arabia. Health screenings took place periodically throughout the pilgrimage to prevent the spread of the virus.
As the final phase of the Hajj operation came to an end, the Ministry thanked all those involved for their hard work and dedication towards making the pilgrimage a success. The event is a significant moment for Muslims worldwide and one that holds immense spiritual significance for all who attend. The Ministry’s efforts towards ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pilgrims were commendable, and it is hoped that future pilgrimages will continue to be just as successful.
