Hajj Corporation Issues Invitations for Hajj Pilgrimage

The Maldives Hajj Corporation Limited (MHCL) has extended invitations to eligible individuals for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, slated for the next year. 

Senior Managing Director at Hajj Corporation, Aishath Gahir, confirmed the issuance of invitations, highlighting the meticulous approach taken in notifying eligible individuals based on the specified queue order.

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Gahir detailed the ongoing preparations for the pilgrimage, emphasising the incorporation of mandatory vaccinations and medical check-ups for participants before their departure. Additionally, efforts are being made to enhance safety measures by providing tracking devices to expedite the recovery of any missing pilgrims.

Currently, the Hajj Corporation queue boasts 6,000 registered pilgrims, with 4,706 having completed their payments. The opportunity has been extended to individuals with serious illnesses undergoing treatment, with the acceptance of 150 applications for this year’s pilgrimage.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has allocated 1,000 quotas to the Maldives for the Hajj pilgrimage. Notably, the government has opted for the Hajj Corporation to exclusively manage the entire quota, discontinuing the involvement of private companies that were previously allowed to facilitate Hajj pilgrimages. 

This decision aligns with the government’s commitment to facilitating the pilgrimage for 50 individuals with serious illnesses, as pledged by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu.