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AI Debuts in Hajj Pilgrimage as India Sends 17,000 from Uttar Pradesh

The Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organisation has congratulated Hajj pilgrims and commended the arrangements made by the Uttar Pradesh and Union governments. He revealed that artificial intelligence is being utilized for the first time in the management of the pilgrimage. A total of 17,000 pilgrims are departing from Uttar Pradesh for the annual religious journey. The first batch of 371 pilgrims from India commenced the season with a departure from New Delhi on April 18.

Key Points: AI Used in Hajj for First Time, UP Govt Arrangements Praised

  • AI used in Hajj for first time
  • 17,000 pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh
  • Central and state arrangements praised
  • First batch departed April 18
  • Hajj is one of Islam's five pillars
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Centre, UP govt have made good arrangements for Hajj: All India Imam Organisation

All India Imam Organisation chief praises central and UP government's Hajj arrangements, highlighting the first-time use of AI for 17,000 pilgrims from the state.

"Today, I learned that for the first time, AI will be used in this Hajj pilgrimage. - Dr Umer Ahmed Ilyasi"

Lucknow, April 22

Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organisation, Dr Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, on Wednesday congratulated pilgrims embarking on the Hajj and appreciated the arrangements made by the Uttar Pradesh government as well as the Union government.

Speaking to ANI, Ilyasi said, "I would like to congratulate all our pilgrims who have been allowed to undertake this Hajj pilgrimage today. I would like to congratulate all our pilgrims who have been allowed to undertake this Hajj pilgrimage today. I would like to congratulate our state's Chief Minister, Adiyanath Yogi. I appreciate the various arrangements made by our state governments and the central government."

"Today, I learned that for the first time, AI will be used in this Hajj pilgrimage. This is significant news globally. It is a significant fact that India is providing its pilgrims with all the facilities they need through AI. This year, 17,000 pilgrims are departing from Uttar Pradesh for the Hajj", he added.

In Islam, every individual must fulfil five duties (pillars), of which Hajj is one. The other four pillars are Shahada (faith declaration), Salah (daily prayer), Zakat (almsgiving), and Sawm (fasting in Ramadan).

On April 18, the first batch of Hajj 2026, carrying 371 pilgrims, departed for Mecca from New Delhi, marking the commencement of the annual pilgrimage season from India.

The pilgrims left for Saudi Arabia from Indira Gandhi International Airport in the presence of Delhi Hajj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who has family members going for Hajj this year, I'm relieved to hear the arrangements are good. The logistics for 17,000 people from just one state are massive. Hope the AI systems help streamline everything and reduce the long queues.
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the effort, I hope this efficiency and use of technology is consistent for all pilgrimages, not just one. We hear so many complaints about facilities for other yatras. The standard should be high for every citizen's religious travel.
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Priyanka N
Masha'Allah. May all the pilgrims have a safe and blessed journey. It's a moment of great joy for their families. The use of AI is interesting – India is really moving forward. Good to see positive news about community and governance working together.
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Michael C
The scale is impressive. Organizing travel for thousands of people is a huge administrative task. If the tech works, it could be a model for other large-scale events. Wishing all the pilgrims well.
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Kavya N
Heartwarming news. My neighbour is going this year and the whole colony is so happy for them. The government facilitating this important pillar of faith is a good sign of inclusivity. Hope they have a spiritually fulfilling experience.

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