India has secured a quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims for Haj 2027 following a bilateral agreement signed by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Saudi Hajj Minister Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah. The ministers reviewed pilgrimage preparations, operational priorities and safety measures while reaffirming India-Saudi Arabia cooperation to ensure a smooth Haj experience.
Union Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027, securing a quota of 175,025 pilgrims for India, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah said.
“Strengthening India-Saudi Arabia cooperation for Haj 2027! Hon’ble Union Minister of Minority Affairs Shri Kiren Rijiju held bilateral talks with H.E. Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027, securing a quota of 175,025 pilgrims for India,” the Consulate General posted on X.
Ministers Review Haj 2027 Preparations
The two ministers also reviewed preparations for Haj 2027.
“The meeting provided an opportunity to review preparations for Haj 2027, discuss key operational priorities and strengthen coordination towards ensuring a safe, smooth and well-organised pilgrimage for Indian Haj pilgrims,” it said.