Digital system for Mina stay finalized;90pc improvement in residential facilities:DG Hajj

MAKKAH MUKARRAMAH, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 27th Apr, 2026) Director General Hajj, Abdul Wahab Soomro on Monday said that Hajj arrangements for the current year have been significantly upgraded both in terms of tangible infrastructure and administrative efficiency compared to the previous year.

Briefing the media here, the DG Hajj stated that the completion of arrangements has been fast-tracked, with tasks traditionally finalized in the early days of Zil-Hajj being completed two months in advance this year.

He highlighted that despite the arrival of 30,000 additional pilgrims, the residential inventory in Makkah has improved by 90 percent over the last year. To accommodate this increase, high-quality buildings have been acquired in four new sectors, including Jarwal, Nuzha, and Raia Bakhsh.

Regarding the most critical phase of Hajj, the 'Mashair Movement,' Abdul Wahab Soomro informed that all tents in Mina were fully prepared a month before Hajj. These tents are equipped with sofa-cum-beds and fully functional air conditioning systems.“Integrating digital solutions into the system, we have introduced a 'Bed Number' facility on the Hajj Application.

Pilgrims are being trained via maps in their residential buildings so they can locate and settle into their allotted beds within minutes upon reaching the tent city,” the DG added.

During the briefing, he also emphasized the transparency of the 'Nusuk Card' distribution and 'Pre-arrival Data.'

He explained that an automated system, developed in coordination with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj, ensures that data is provided 72 hours before flight arrivals. This allows pilgrims to receive their cards, room allotments, and keys immediately upon arrival in Madinah without any delay.

The DG expressed optimism that due to these superior administrative factors and the use of modern technology, Pakistan is a strong contender to win the 'Labbaytum Award'again this year—an international recognition for excellence in Hajj services.

On the occasion, Pakistani pilgrims expressing their views described the reception by the Pakistan Hajj Mission in Madinah and Makkah as "outstanding" and "mind-blowing."

Categorizing the arrangements as 'A1,' the pilgrims noted that their luggage was delivered safely and the quality of food and accommodation significantly eased their spiritual journey. They lauded the Ministry of Religious Affairs for the excellent discipline, raising slogans of "Ministry Zindabad."