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.
One pilgrim fell down the elevator shaft in the cellar and died from injuries and while another was crushed to death after he was struck between the doors of the elevator, said sources.
