The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has issued important instructions for Pakistani pilgrims travelling for Hajj, according to the reports today.
The ministry has also advised the pilgrims to keep all important items and documents with them during the journey to avoid any problems while performing Hajj.
According to the officials, pilgrims should always carry their Nusuk card, Pakistani Hajj card, and identification band. These are some of the items that are most important for identification, accommodation, and travel matters.
The ministry also said that pilgrims will receive free Saudi SIM cards after arriving in Saudi Arabia so they can stay in contact with their families.
In addition to this, due to extreme heat and weather conditions, pilgrims have been advised to carry umbrellas, sunglasses, and water bottles to stay safe from the heat.
Officials also asked pilgrims to keep their daily medicines with them during the journey.
The ministry further recommended carrying prayer mats, extra Ihram or clothes, mobile chargers, and power banks. This will help to make the trip easier and more comfortable.
Pilgrims were advised to avoid carrying unnecessary or heavy luggage to prevent travel difficulties.
Hajj authorities also directed all pilgrims to complete the biometric process before departure and strictly follow official instructions to avoid any problems during Hajj.
Officials expressed hope that better planning and safety measures will help pilgrims complete their spiritual journey in a peaceful and comfortable way.
Hajj flights continue until May 21
About 69 per cent of Pakistan’s total Hajj quota, comprising 123,684 pilgrims, has arrived in Saudi Arabia, as the country’s Hajj flight operations continue until May 21.
According to official figures, nearly 81 per cent of pilgrims under the government Hajj scheme have reached Saudi Arabia, including 97,208 government-sponsored pilgrims. In addition, more than 26,000 private pilgrims are currently in the Kingdom to perform Hajj.
National and private airlines, including Pakistan International Airlines, Airblue, Airsial and Saudia, are actively participating in the ongoing Hajj operation to facilitate pilgrims’ travel to Saudi Arabia.
