Seamless Hajj operation enables Pakistani pilgrims to focus on spiritual journey

MAKKAH (APP) - A month-long pre-Hajj flight operation, which began on May 9, is proceeding smoothly, providing Pakistani pilgrims with comprehensive facilities to concentrate on their spiritual journey and prayers in the holy cities of Saudi Arabia.

“So far, 65,000 pilgrims have arrived via 243 flights under the government scheme, while more than 36,402 have arrived under the private scheme,” said Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony spokesman Muhammad Umer Butt on Saturday.

He said the overall Hajj operation was continuing as per schedule and all Pakistani pilgrims who arrived in the holy land were performing their routine prayers in complete peace and discipline under the vibrant facilitation of the Pakistan Hajj Mission and the Ministry of Religious Affairs. He advised the public to avoid rumours creating confusion regarding any discomfort to guests of Allah Almighty.