Minister flags off first-ever short Haj flight from Kochi
The first-ever short Haj flight from Kochi was inaugurated by Union Minister George Kurian. This special package allows 10,000 pilgrims to complete their Haj in approximately 20 days instead of the usual 40-45 days. The initiative aims to accommodate the needs of working professionals and businesspersons who prefer an earlier return after the core rituals.
- ▪The inaugural flight departed from Cochin International Airport with 979 pilgrims.
- ▪The Haj package was developed based on feedback from potential pilgrims.
- ▪Pilgrims under this package are expected to return by June 5.
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Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian on Sunday flagged off the first-ever short Haj flight from the Cochin International Airport. As many as 979 pilgrims were scheduled to embark from Kochi as part of the special package launched by the Haj Committee of India.“The package has been designed based on feedback from pilgrims, particularly working professionals and businesspersons, who sought an option to return early after completion of the core Haj rituals. Under the category, 10,000 pilgrims will undertake Haj with a reduced stay of approximately 20 days in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, compared to the regular Haj duration of 40–45 days,” an official release said.Pilgrims travelling under the package are scheduled to return by June 5.
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