India Signs Haj 2027 Agreement with Saudi Arabia, Secures Quota of 1,75,025 Pilgrims
India and Saudi Arabia reviewed coordination and logistical support for Haj 2027, with officials reaffirming a safe and smooth pilgrimage for 175,025 pilgrims.
- On Monday, Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah signed the Haj 2027 agreement in Jeddah, confirming India's quota at 175,025 pilgrims.
- The agreement was finalized on the sidelines of the 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2027, an international gathering in Jeddah where government representatives reviewed logistical support and preparations for the pilgrimage.
- During their bilateral meeting at the Jeddah Superdome, Rijiju and Al-Rabiah discussed enhancing coordination for Indian pilgrims, while the minister also chaired a review meeting with officials to assess 2027 pilgrimage preparations.
- Beyond formal negotiations, Rijiju participated in the Noor-e-Diwali celebration at India House, where he interacted with the Indian community and acknowledged their contribution in strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations.
- Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring safe, smooth pilgrimage arrangements, with India pledging full cooperation for the 2027 season following the successful conduct of Haj 2026.
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India gets quota of 1.75 lakh pilgrims under Haj 2027 agreement
Dubai: India and Saudi Arabia on Monday, November 9, signed the bilateral Haj agreement for 2027, under which 1,75,025 Indians will be allowed to undertake the annual pilgrimage, the Indian Consulate in Jeddah said. Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, who is on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, held a bilateral meeting with Saudi … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stori…
India signs Haj 2027 agreement with Saudi Arabia, secures quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims
India has secured a Haj quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims for 2027 after signing a bilateral agreement with Saudi Arabia in Jeddah on November 9. Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju signed the agreement following discussions with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah. The two sides reviewed preparations for the next pilgrimage season and discussed logistical support, coordination and pilgrim welfare.
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Times of IndiaIndia gets quota of 1.75 lakh pilgrims under Saudi Arabia's Haj 2027 agreement
Saudi Arabia sets annual Haj quotas for countries to regulate the number of pilgrims visiting Mecca, as space and facilities at the holy sites are limited.
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Haj 2027 Agreement: India Secures 1,75,025 Pilgrim Quota
Haj 2027 | India signed the Haj 2027 agreement with Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, securing a quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims. Minister Kiren Rijiju led the talks. The post Haj 2027 Agreement: India Secures 1,75,025 Pilgrim Quota first appeared on INDToday.
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