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MORA&IH signs a Service Provider Agreement with each HGO to ensure better services for Hujjaj.

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MORA&IH has proactively encouraged the private sector for Hajj management since 2005.

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The policy aims to supplement the efforts of the Government by involving the private sector in Hajj arrangements.

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The reserved Hajj quota applies to low-paid employees and laborers from public sector organizations, corporate organizations, and companies registered with EOBI or the Workers Welfare Fund.

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A total of 300 seats are reserved for low-paid employees and laborers under the Hajj quota.

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Applicants for the hardship quota will be selected according to the guidelines issued by the Ministry.

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The hardship quota is reserved for split or broken families, Mehram for successful ladies, attendants for disabled persons, and others in hardship.

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 A total of 1000 seats are reserved under the hardship quota for various categories of applicants.

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The selection of Hujjaj will be carried out through computerized balloting.

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All applicants intending to perform Hajj under the Government Hajj Scheme are called to submit their applications along with the Hajj dues.

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Applicants intending to perform Hajj under the Government Hajj Scheme are required to submit their applications along with the Hajj dues.

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Housing permits, including Tasreeh and Tasneef, are required for accommodation provided under the regular Government Hajj Scheme, in accordance with Saudi laws.

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In addition to shared accommodation, the regular Government Hajj Scheme also provides boarding and lodging services.

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The regular Government Hajj Scheme provides shared accommodation that complies with Saudi laws and housing permits.

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The Ministry of Religious Affairs issues the guidelines for substitution cases involving successful Hajj applicants

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Substitution cases are allowed for applicants who cannot proceed for Hajj due to death, serious illness, or other unavoidable reasons, as per Ministry guidelines.

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The tentative package mentioned applies specifically to the Government Hajj Scheme for 2025.

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The tentative nature of the package arises from the need to finalize contracts with Service Providers.

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The Procurement Committees are responsible for ensuring competitive and timely purchases for Hajj arrangements in Pakistan and KSA.

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The Ministry will establish Procurement Committees in both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to facilitate Hajj arrangements.

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As per the Saudi Taleemat and the Hajj Policy Guidelines, Hujjaj must adhere to the specified health conditions.

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One of the conditions is that women must be in a group of reliable females, not traveling alone.

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Applicants who are barred from traveling abroad by any court or placed on the Exit Control List (ECL) are not entitled to proceed for Hajj.

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If a pilgrim passes away in Saudi Arabia, they will be buried there under Saudi instructions.

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In the event of a pilgrim's demise during their stay in Saudi Arabia, whether natural or accidental,

They shall be buried in Saudi Arabia according to Saudi instructions.

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It can be used for the payment of Hajj-related dues to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Applicants must deposit their Hajj dues in foreign exchange remitted through banking channels

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The Government Sponsorship quota ensures the selection of pilgrims based on the order of their application, without a balloting process.

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The quota for the Sponsorship Scheme is calculated based on the consumption of the quota over the previous two years.

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f the Sponsorship Scheme quota is not consumed, it is converted into a Regular quota, subject to the Minister's approval.

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Based on the last two years' averages, 5,000 seats from the Government Hajj Scheme are reserved for the Sponsorship Scheme.

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The allocation of 5,000 seats for the Sponsorship Scheme is based on the consumption of the quota in the last two years.

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 Past Hajj policies were reviewed to analyze previous strategies and incorporate improvements for the current Hajj policy.

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 De-briefing sessions were held with key stakeholders to gather their input. such as :

• The Hajj Organizers Association of Pakistan (HOAP)
• Banks
• Airlines

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Online feedback from the previous year's Hujjaj was incorporated to address any challenges and improve the Hajj experience for future pilgrims.

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Saudi counterparts were consulted to ensure the policy aligns with the regulations and requirements set by Saudi Arabia for the Hajj.

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 This agreement is signed between the Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony, Government of Pakistan, and the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for Hajj 2025.

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The agreement between Maktab-ul-Vokala Al-Mawahid, Jeddah, and OPAP, Pakistan, is one of the key agreements for Hajj 2025.

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The general transport contract between Naqabah Siyarat (General Transport Syndicate), KSA, and OPAP, Pakistan, covers transport arrangements for Hujjaj.

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This agreement between Muttawify Hujjaj Company, Makkah, and OPAP focuses on providing additional services to Hujjaj during the Hajj pilgrimage.

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Saudi Arabia allocated a quota of 179,210 Hujjaj for Pakistan for the year 2025

It based on the formula of one Haji per one thousand Muslims.

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 This formula was decided during the Foreign Ministers' meeting of the Organization of Islamic Conference in 1987.

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The decision for allocating one Haji per one thousand Muslims

It was made at the Foreign Ministers' Meeting of the Organization of Islamic Conference in 1987.

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The policy ensures the provision of essential services like travel, accommodation, transport, and healthcare

During the Hujjaj's stay at sacred sites, complying with Saudi and Pakistani laws.

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The policy focuses on creating efficient arrangements for Hajj,

It including logistics and services for Hujjaj, both in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

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The mission focuses on serving Hujjaj with devotion, prioritizing their ability to complete religious obligations with ease.

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The mission statement emphasizes facilitating Hujjaj with dedication, ensuring their spiritual journey is smooth and stress-free.

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PPRA is a regulatory body established under the Public Procurement Act, Cap 410

They regulate and oversee public procurement and related matters as prescribed in the Act.

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PEQ stands for Personal Exchange Quota