Private Hajj bookings accelerate as organizers upload packages to digital portal
Private Hajj bookings in Pakistan have increased as organizers upload packages to the government's mandatory digital portal. The Ministry of Religious Affairs has set strict guidelines and deadlines for pilgrims to ensure financial security.
Why it matters
Digital transformation of religious pilgrimage management is a significant administrative shift aimed at reducing fraud and improving transparency in large-scale travel.
Private Hajj bookings have gained momentum after most group organizers uploaded their packages to the government's digital system, following instructions from the Ministry of Religious Affairs .
According to a ministry spokesperson, 16 standard packages have been approved for the private Hajj scheme this year, with costs starting at Rs1.4 million and going up to Rs3.75 million.
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Pilgrims under the private scheme can choose from a range of options, including shorter stays, direct flights from overseas destinations and premium five-star packages.
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