Makkah

February 4, 2025 5:11 PM

Government introduces ‘Haj Suvidha App’ and strengthens healthcare support for Indian pilgrims

The Government of India has taken significant steps to improve the Haj pilgrimage experience by introducing the ‘Haj Suvidha App’ and providing comprehensive healthcare services to Indian pilgrims, with a special focus on the elderly, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Minorities on Monday. The ‘Haj Suvidha App’ was launched to make the pilgrimage smoother by leveraging information technology. Pilgrims can access important information such as training materials, acco...

Jeddah-Makkah high-speed rail debuts for Indian pilgrims

In a historic first, around 32,000 Indian Hajis will travel by high-speed train directly from Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport to the holy city of Makkah this year. Traditionally, pilgrims arriving in Jeddah have taken buses provided by Saudi authorities to reach Makkah. However, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah has arranged special transportation on the newly launched Haramain High Speed Rail line in coordination with Saudi officials. On May 26th, Ambassador of India Dr....