Federal govt announces final Hajj expanses for pilgrims

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Ministry of Religious Affairs on Tuesday announces final expanses of the Long duration and short duration Hajj package for pilgrims.

According to the Spokesman of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, the final expanses of the Long Hajj package has been fixed at 1.075 million and the short Hajj package will be Rs 1.1 million.

Spokesman Religious Affairs said that the third installment of Hajj liabilities will be received from 1st to 10th February, with limited number of seats left in the government Hajj scheme.

According to the spokesperson, the  of new applications will be received  based on the first come, but the short package pilgrimage booking has been completed and only the booking of the Long Hajj package will be booking on vacant seats.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs said that the booking of private pilgrims will continue till January 31.

This year, the government has introduced several improvements for pilgrims, including air-conditioned accommodations in Mina, replacing the traditional coolers.

The tents in Mina will also feature gypsum boards, offering better comfort, while sofa beds will replace traditional mattresses. Additionally, shelf facilities will be added to the Hajj package.

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