Buzzbytes, 9th January:In a significant announcement, India has raised its annual Hajj quota to accommodate 1.75 lakh pilgrims for the current year. This increase reflects India’s commitment to facilitating the sacred journey for a larger number of its citizens.Furthermore, as per recent data, approximately 6,000 applications have been received from pilgrims who intend to perform the Hajj pilgrimage without a “Mehram” (a close male relative). This development underscores a shift in traditional norms, allowing more individuals to undertake the pilgrimage independently.The augmentation of the Hajj quota and the acceptance of applications without a “Mehram” highlight progressive steps taken by Indian authorities to streamline and expand the pilgrimage process, ensuring broader access for its Muslim populace.
India Increases Annual Hajj Quota to 1.75 Lakh Pilgrims; 6,000 Applications Received Sans “Mehram”
