Makkah Control Room Established for Indian Umrah Pilgrims Amid Saudi Flight Disruptions
The new facility will help Indian nationals facing travel difficulties, while the 24-hour Jeddah control room and helpline remain available.
- The Consulate General of India in Jeddah established an additional control room in Mecca to assist Indian nationals affected by ongoing flight disruptions, particularly Umrah pilgrims.
- With preparations for Hajj 2027 underway following the successful completion of Hajj 2026, the Union Ministry of Minority Affairs reported approximately 1.75 lakh Indian pilgrims traveled to Saudi Arabia this year.
- The existing 24-hour control room in Jeddah remains operational; travelers can call +966 553646966 or locate the Mecca facility on Google Maps for assistance.
- Applications for Hajj 2027 are now open through the Hajj Committee of India and the Hajj Suvidha mobile application, following the announcement of the new Hajj Policy.
- Saudi Arabia placed Mecca and other regions on high alert following a national early warning, contributing to travel difficulties facing Hajj pilgrims in the region.
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India Opens Additional Makkah Control Room as Saudi Flight Disruptions Hit Umrah Pilgrims
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. India launched an additional control room in Makkah to assist nationals and Umrah pilgrims affected by flight suspensions following Houthi drone and missile attacks in Saudi Arabia. Indian airlines have grounded flights until October 17, prompting authorities to advise travellers to verify schedules before heading to airports. World News | India Opens Additional Makkah Control Room as Saudi F…
India opens additional Makkah control room as Saudi flight disruptions hit Umrah pilgrims - The Tribune
India launched an additional control room in Makkah to assist nationals and Umrah pilgrims affected by flight suspensions following Houthi drone and missile attacks in Saudi Arabia. Indian airlines have grounded flights until October 17, prompting authorities to advise travellers to verify schedules before heading to airports.
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Times of IndiaMakkah Control Room established for Indian Umrah pilgrims amid Saudi flight disruptions
Due to the recent flight disruptions, India has established a dedicated control room in Makkah to provide support for Indian Umrah pilgrims. The Indian Consulate in Jeddah maintains its 24-hour control room services. Travellers are encouraged to confirm flight details directly with airlines and remain alert to safety advisories issued by the embassy, especially given the ongoing regional tensions.
India opens Makkah control room amid Saudi flight disruptions
India has opened an additional control room in Makkah to assist nationals affected by flight disruptions. The move strengthens support for Umrah pilgrims amid heightened Gulf tensions and widespread suspensions.
India sets up additional control room in Mecca for Umrah pilgrims due to flight disruptions
The Indian Consulate in Jeddah has set up an additional 24-hour control room at the Indian Hajj Pilgrims Office in Mecca to assist Indian nationals, particularly Umrah pilgrims, affected by flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia. The new helpline number is +966 553646966.
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