Jakarta, Jan. 29 -- Indonesia's Hajj and Umrah Minister, Mochamad Irfan Yusuf, has urged Hajj officers to maintain their preparations to serve Indonesian pilgrims following the conclusion of their centralized training program.

After 20 days of intensive mentoring at the Pondok Gede Hajj Dormitory in Jakarta, the program is scheduled to officially close on Friday (Jan. 30), with President Prabowo Subianto expected to attend.

Speaking to the press while reviewing preparations on Thursday, Minister Yusuf underscored the importance of sustained readiness, highlighting the need for proficiency in Arabic and peak physical fitness.

"We hope that Hajj officers will continue learning even after this mentoring program ends. It is crucial to make...