ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pakistan has successfully wrapped up its post-Hajj operations for 2024, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA). Out of the country’s quota of 179,210 pilgrims, approximately 160,000 completed their Hajj pilgrimage this year, utilizing both government arrangements and private tour operators.
The pilgrimage took place from June 14-19, during which millions of devotees from around the world gathered in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Mirza Ali Mehsood, senior joint secretary at MoRA, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the returning pilgrims for safely completing their Hajj rituals. He also expressed gratitude to the MoRA staff, Hajj assistants, and the Pakistani Hajj Medical Mission for their dedicated service during the post-Hajj phase.
Dr. Mehsood emphasized the importance of humility in serving the pilgrims. “Our role is to serve these guests of Allah with utmost respect and dedication, setting aside any sense of authority or status,” he said. He encouraged everyone involved to view their duties as a privilege rather than a position of power.
Zia Ur Rehman, the director of Hajj in Madinah, highlighted the success of the operation, noting that despite challenges such as ongoing construction in Madinah, they managed to secure accommodations for all Pakistani pilgrims in the Markazia area—a significant achievement. Rehman also reported that 66,000 Pakistani pilgrims visited Riaz ul Jannah, the sacred area between the pulpit and the grave of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
The Pak Hajj app was praised for its effectiveness in keeping pilgrims informed and connected. Jamil-ur-Rehman, Assistant Director, commended the app for providing vital information and services, while DCO Mushtaque Asghar noted that out of 36,900 complaints received through the app, 34,979 were resolved promptly.
This year’s post-Hajj operations were marked by dedicated service and effective communication, ensuring that the spiritual journey of Pakistani pilgrims was supported every step of the way.
