ISLAMABAD: MNA Aamir Dogar chaired a meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Religious Affairs, where key issues regarding Hajj arrangements were discussed.
During the meeting, it was announced that the Ministry of Religious Affairs would soon begin accepting applications for 5,000 pilgrims.
Ministry officials assured the committee that there would be no compromise on food quality for pilgrims, emphasizing that high standards would be upheld.
Committee member Asiya Naz Tanoli questioned why Pakistan does not have dedicated Pakistan Houses in Makkah and Madinah. In response, the Secretary of Religious Affairs explained that Saudi law does not permit the construction of Pakistan Houses on their own land.
The committee also discussed the importance of better training for Pakistani pilgrims. Committee member Mujahid Ali stressed the need for proper education on Hajj protocols.
Chairman Aamir Dogar acknowledged the progress made in this area, noting that significant awareness has been raised and that training is now provided at Hajj camps.
The Secretary of Religious Affairs further informed the committee that services previously provided for free, such as water coolers, would now require payment. However, he assured members that all essential facilities for pilgrims would be arranged by the Ministry in the future.
