New Delhi: The Ministry of Minority Affairs has formally launched preparations for Haj 2026 with an Orientation-cum-Training Programme for deputationists at Vigyan Bhawan, marking the beginning of coordinated arrangements for nearly 1.75 lakh Indian pilgrims expected to undertake the sacred journey this year. The programme was inaugurated by Union Minister…
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Mumbai Training Readies Haj Inspectors for Pilgrim Welfare, 2026
Mumbai: A two-day training programme aimed at strengthening preparedness and operational efficiency of State Haj Inspectors (SHIs) commenced at Haj House, Mumbai, on Friday, ahead of the upcoming Haj season in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The programme, scheduled for January 24 and 25, has been designed to comprehensively equip…
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India Reviews Haj 2026 Preparations in Madinah
As part of proactive preparations for Haj 2026, Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA), Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, visited the Indian Haj Pilgrims Office (IHPO) in Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to assess arrangements for Indian pilgrims. The visit underscores the Government of India’s commitment to ensuring safety,…
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HCoI Pushes Digital, Transparent Systems for Haj 2026
The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) held a day-long national conference on November 22, 2025, to map out preparations for Haj 2026, with the Ministry of Minority Affairs directing a rapid digital overhaul, stronger financial transparency and enhanced pilgrim services. The meeting, chaired by Secretary Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, set…
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New Haj House in Navi Mumbai to Enhance Pilgrim Facilities
In a major milestone for India’s Haj pilgrims, the Ministry of Minority Affairs has initiated the construction of a new Haj House at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The project is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to modernize Haj infrastructure and ensure better facilities and services for pilgrims. Secretary Reviews Site…