Al Hijra group fined MVR 100,000

Islamic Ministry has taken action against Al Hijra, which includes a total of five measures.

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[File] Islamic Minister Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed -- Photo: Mihaaru

Ameera Osmanagic

2025-01-09 20:04:01

The Islamic Ministry has fined licensed Umrah tour operator Al Hijra Travel and Tours by MVR 100,000 after 24 Maldivian pilgrims who went to perform Umrah in December under the group's care were left stranded in Saudi Arabia.

According to local reports, the 24 pilgrims include five children and the tour guide assigned by Al Hijra.

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