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ISLAMABAD, Jan 11 (APP):Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony organized the second phase of the training session for Hajj 2026 pilgrimsat the Haji Camp, Islamabad.
According to the ministry’s spokesperson, the primary objective of this program was to provide comprehensive awareness regarding the various stages of the pilgrimage, necessary precautionary measures, and the obligatory acts (Faraiz and Wajibat) of Hajj and Umrah.
During the session, Deputy Director of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Umar Butt, briefed the participants on administrative matters, departure procedures, and accommodation in Makkah and Madinah.
Master Trainer Tanveer Asghar provided technical training on the methods of performing Hajj and Umrah, highlighting the religious obligations.
The event was attended by Director of Haji Complex Islamabad, Qazi Sami-ur-Rehman, Deputy Director Hakim Khan Khattak, and other senior officials.
Pilgrims were advised to improve their physical fitness by walking 2 to 3 kilometers daily. Essential travel documents including the original passport, CNIC, flight ticket, visa copies, and vaccination cards (for Meningitis, Flu, and Polio) must be kept ready.
A strict warning was issued against carrying prohibited items such as narcotics, Naswar, cigarettes, and unverified medicines.
The Ministry has made the Pak Hajj App” mandatory for all pilgrims to access flight schedules, accommodation details, and group information.
Furthermore, the procedure for remote biometric verification via the “Saudi Visa Bio” app was explained in detail.
For those arriving directly in Madinah, the stay will range from 3 to 8 days before proceeding to Makkah.
In Makkah, approximately 250 buildings have been arranged for accommodation, with a 24-hour free shuttle bus service available to transport pilgrims to the Haram Sharif.
The session covered the pillars of Umrah (Ihram, Niyyat, Tawaf, Sa’i, and Halq/Qasr) and the three Faraiz (obligatory acts) of Hajj: Ihram, Wuquf-e-Arafat, and Tawaf-e-Ziyarat. The Wajibat (essential acts) such as the stay at Muzdalifah, Ramy al-Jamarat (stoning the devil), Qurbani (sacrifice), and Tawaf-e-Wida were also explained.
Due to expected extreme weather, pilgrims were instructed to use umbrellas, spray bottles, and ORS to prevent heatstroke.
In case of emergencies, they were advised to contact the Saudi helpline 937 for medical assistance and 911for security matters.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs urged the pilgrims to maintain discipline, patience, and compassion throughout the sacred journey.
The session concluded with a detailed Q&A segment, where officials and trainers addressed specific concerns regarding administrative and travel arrangements, ensuring the pilgrims are fully prepared for their journey