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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju personally flagged off Haj pilgrims from Delhi airport, commending the arrangements. Over 1.22 lakh Indians will undertake the pilgrimage this year with government support. The Haj Suvidha App introduced last year continues to assist pilgrims with real-time information. Special training programs ensure deputationists can effectively manage the massive logistical operation in Saudi Arabia.

Key Points: Kiren Rijiju Flags Off Haj Pilgrims Praises Modi Govt Arrangements

  • Rijiju flags off 400 pilgrims from Delhi airport
  • First flights carried 550 pilgrims from Lucknow and Hyderabad
  • 620 deputationists trained for Haj management in Saudi Arabia
  • Haj Suvidha App crucial for grievance redressal
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off Haj yatris, praises arrangements

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju wishes 1.22 lakh Haj pilgrims, highlights seamless logistics under Modi govt with Saudi officials present at Delhi airport.

"Under PM Modi's leadership, we ensure smooth Haj pilgrimage for all - Kiren Rijiju"

New Delhi, May 1

Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju visited the Indira Gandhi International airport on Thursday to extend his congratulations and best wishes to departing Haj pilgrims.

Speaking to the mediapersons, Rijiju said, "I am here at the airport to congratulate the Haj Yatris. Around 400 people will leave today. The management has been good."

He also informed of the presence of the Deputy Chief of Mission from Saudi Arabia.

On Tuesday, Kiren Rijiju extended his heartfelt wishes to all 1,22,518 pilgrims undertaking the sacred Haj journey. The first flights took off with 288 pilgrims from Lucknow and 262 pilgrims from Hyderabad.

In a post on X, the Union Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India remains committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless Haj pilgrimage. He also prayed for a safe, blessed and spiritually enriching pilgrimage.

"As #Haj2025 begins, heartfelt wishes to all 1,22,518 pilgrims undertaking this sacred journey. The first flights took off today, 288 pilgrims from Lucknow & 262 pilgrims from Hyderabad. Under the leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji, the Government of India remains committed to ensuring a smooth & seamless Haj pilgrimage for all. Prayers for a safe, blessed & spiritually enriching pilgrimage," the Union Minister said.

Earlier on April 22, Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, George Kurian, inaugurated the orientation-cum-training programme of selected Haj deputationists of Haj 2025 for two days on 22nd and 23rd April, 2025, at SCOPE Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.

In his inaugural address, the Minister of State, appreciating the role of Haj deputationists as crucial enablers in successful Haj operations, exhorted the deputationists to perform the duties assigned to them with utmost sincerity and commitment.

In total, 620 deputationists (266 administrative and 354 medical) have been selected this year to assist CGI Jeddah in effective Haj management in Saudi Arabia, to serve Indian Haj pilgrims.

These deputationists have been chosen through a rigorous selection process. During the orientation-cum-training programme, they are trained on various issues, including an overview of Haj operations, the role of deputationists, health issues, crowd and disaster management, and the Haj Suvidha App, before being deputed to Saudi Arabia.

Special emphasis is being placed on acquainting the deputationists with the functioning of the Haj Suvidha App, which was introduced during Hajj 2024 and played a crucial role in disseminating information and addressing grievances of Indian Hajj pilgrims.

Building on the success of the App during Hajj-2024, the Government intends to further realise its potential by effectively providing training to the deputationists.

Furthermore, since the management of the Indian Haj pilgrimage is the largest logistical exercise managed by the Government of India outside the country's borders, the orientation-cum-training programme for Haj deputationists will contribute to helping Indian pilgrims successfully perform Haj.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see the government making sincere efforts for Haj pilgrims. The Haj Suvidha App is a great initiative - technology can really help streamline such massive operations. Hope all yatris have a safe journey. 🙏
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Priya M.
While it's good to see ministers personally seeing off pilgrims, I wish similar attention was given to improving infrastructure at other pilgrimage sites within India too. Our Char Dham yatra routes need equal focus on safety and facilities.
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Amit S.
The scale of India's Haj management is impressive! Managing over 1.2 lakh pilgrims requires tremendous coordination. The training for deputationists shows proper planning. Hope they also focus on cleanliness and hygiene at accommodation sites in Saudi.
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Sunita R.
My neighbor is going for Haj this year and she told me how smooth the application process was compared to previous years. The online system has reduced a lot of stress. More power to such digital initiatives! 👍
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Vikram J.
The medical deputationists are unsung heroes during Haj. Dealing with health issues in that climate and crowd is challenging. Glad to see 354 medical professionals being sent - safety should always be top priority.
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Neha P.
While the arrangements seem good, I hope the government ensures transparency in the selection process for Haj deputationists too. There were some complaints last year about favoritism. The system should be merit-based for such important roles.

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