Due to widespread flooding, Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs has extended the private-scheme deadline for Hajj registration. Over 21,000 pilgrims have registered so far; priority is being given to those denied last year.
ISLAMABAD: Heavy floods have disrupted life across many regions, prompting the Ministry of Religious Affairs to extend the deadline for Hajj registration under the private scheme. Geo News Previously, registrations were to close on September 8. Geo News
Hajj registration to date, more than 21,000 pilgrims have registered. Geo News Private Hajj operators are instructed to give priority to those who completed their registration last year but could not perform Hajj. Geo News
Pilgrims who paid in advance last year may go this year without extra charges. Geo News But those who withdrew their deposits after last year’s cancellation will not be eligible to use last year’s rates. Geo News
Registration continues via the official online portal, and private operators may accept new applicants if there are unutilised quotas. Geo News
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