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695 Pilgrims Selected for Hajj 2026 Under Historic Nizam's Rubath in Hyderabad

The draw for Hajj 2026 pilgrims from the erstwhile Hyderabad State has been completed, selecting 695 individuals under the Nizam's Rubath arrangement. The transparent selection was overseen by government and Saudi representatives. The Rubath facility in Makkah, a tradition started by the Fifth Nizam, offers accommodation and financial relief to pilgrims. The committee also plans to establish similar facilities in Medina for future pilgrimages.

Key Points: Hajj 2026: 695 Pilgrims Selected Under Nizam's Rubath in Hyderabad

  • 695 pilgrims selected for Hajj 2026
  • Draw held under Nizam's Rubath arrangement
  • Facility provides comfort and financial relief
  • Legacy started by Fifth Nizam
  • Committee plans facilities in Medina
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Hyderabad: 695 Pilgrims selected under Nizam's Rubath for Hajj 2026

695 pilgrims from Hyderabad selected for Hajj 2026 under the historic Nizam's Rubath facility in Makkah. Selection draw conducted transparently.

"The selected pilgrims... will be accommodated at the Nizam's Rubath during their stay in Makkah. - Faiz Khan, H.E.H. Nizam Committee"

Hyderabad, February 6

The draw of lots for Hajj 2026 pilgrims from the erstwhile Hyderabad State has been successfully completed, with 695 pilgrims selected under the historic Nizam's Rubath arrangement in Saudi Arabia, according to an offical statement.

Speaking to ANI, Faiz Khan, a member of the H.E.H. Nizam Committee, said the selection process was conducted transparently in the presence of representatives from the Telangana Government, the Hajj Committee, the Waqf Board, and Saudi official Hussain al Sharif.

He said the selected pilgrims, including members of the royal family and employees of the H.E.H. Nizam Trusts, will be accommodated at the Nizam's Rubath during their stay in Makkah. The facility continues a long-standing tradition of providing comfort and financial relief to pilgrims.

Faiz Khan said the initiative was originally started by the Fifth Nizam and later strengthened by the Eighth Nizam, Nawab Mir Barkat Ali Khan Mukarram Jah Bahadur. He added that efforts are being made to preserve and carry forward this legacy for future generations.

He further said the committee plans to restore or establish alternative Rubath facilities in the holy city of Medina to make the pilgrimage more convenient for travellers in the coming years.

He also extended his best wishes to all the selected Hajis for a safe and blessed journey.

In Islam, it is obligatory for every individual to fulfil five duties (pillars), of which Hajj is one. In 2025, the Hajj was performed between June 4 and June 9 in Saudi Arabia. The first batch of annual Hajj pilgrims from India started in early May.

According to Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, a total of 1,22,518 hajj pilgrims undertook the sacred journey in 2025, with the first flights departing from Lucknow and Hyderabad.

Hajj is an arduous and strenuous pilgrimage involving walking up to 25 km in a day in harsh climates.

The Government of India (GoI) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) sign the bilateral HajjAgreement every year, in which the number of Hajj seats allocated to India is incorporated. Out of thetotal number of quotas allocated to the Government, 70% will be allocated to the Haj Committee of India (HCoI), and the remaining 30% will be allocated to Haj Group of Organisers (HGOs).

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone from outside Hyderabad, I find this fascinating. It's impressive how a system set up by rulers centuries ago is still functioning and being modernized. The transparency with government reps present is a good step. Hope more such historic trusts across India are managed this well.
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Vikram M
Good news for the 695 selected. However, I hope the selection was truly fair and not just for "royal family and employees." The article mentions transparency, but the details are vague. All deserving applicants, regardless of connection, should have an equal chance in such a sacred matter.
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Priya S
Masha'Allah! My neighbour's father was selected. The family is overjoyed. The financial relief from staying at the Rubath is huge—it saves several lakhs. This is true seva. The plan to establish facilities in Medina is also very thoughtful. Long live such traditions!
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Rohit P
Hyderabad's rich history never ceases to amaze. The Nizams contributed so much to the city's architecture and culture, and this is a living example. It's good to see the committee thinking ahead for future generations. More such articles on our historical legacies, please!
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Michael C
The logistical scale of Hajj is always staggering. 1.22 lakh pilgrims from India alone! Articles like this help understand the deep spiritual and community aspects behind the numbers. The bilateral agreement detail is also interesting—shows the coordination required.

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