First batch of pilgrims leave for Hajj

According to the Ministry of Islamic Affairs a total of 294 people have departed on the first flight carrying Maldivian Hajj pilgrims to Mecca.

Featured Image

The first batch of pilgrims for the 2023 Hajj pilgrimage at the Velana International Airport -- Photo: Fayax Moosa

2023-06-13 09:29:37

According to the Ministry of Islamic Affairs a total of 294 people have departed on the first flight carrying Maldivian Hajj pilgrims to Mecca.

A total of 6 flights have been arranged to transport this year’s pilgrims. These flights are scheduled to leave june 12,13, 15, 16 and 19. The first group of pilgrims departed on June 12.

This article is in our Archive

Login to read for free! Register to create an account