Haj Committee of India has ordered pilgrims to pay an additional ₹10,000 airfare citing West Asia crisis, drawing criticism from Asaduddin Owaisi who called it unfair and demanded withdrawal and refunds for Haj 2026 travellers
India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan, visited Makkah to oversee arrangements for Haj 2026 and welcomed the first batch of pilgrims arriving by train from Madinah. Key initiatives this year include the Haj Suvidha App, smart wristbands, short-duration Haj options, expanded insurance coverage, and high-speed rail connectivity.
The first batch of Haj pilgrims from Telangana will depart for Saudi Arabia on May 4, 2026, from RGI Airport, Shamshabad. Nearly 9,607 pilgrims will travel in batches over 20 days, with additional pilgrims expected after quota adjustments. T
