MNA Aamir Dogar chaired a meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Religious Affairs and discussed key issues regarding Hajj arrangements.
It was announced that the Ministry would begin receiving applications for 5,000 pilgrims in the coming days.
Officials from the Ministry of Religious Affairs emphasized that there will be no compromise on the quality of food for pilgrims, ensuring that the food standards will be maintained at all costs.
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Committee member Asiya Naz Tanoli raised the question of why Pakistan does not have dedicated Pakistan Houses in Makkah and Madinah, to which the Secretary of Religious Affairs responded that according to Saudi law, the construction of Pakistan Houses on their own land is not permitted.
Further discussions focused on the need for better training for Pakistani pilgrims. Member of the Committee, Mujahid Ali, stressed that pilgrims should receive proper training on Hajj instructions.
In response, Committee Chairman Aamir Dogar acknowledged the progress made in educating pilgrims, noting that much awareness has been raised, and training is now being provided at Hajj camps.
Secretary of Religious Affairs also highlighted that while previously free services like water coolers were provided, now all services will require payment.
However, he assured that, in the future, all necessary facilities will be arranged by the Ministry.
