Published on, Aug. 23 -- August 23, 2025 7:29 PM

The government has completed the application process for the official Hajj scheme. The Ministry of Religious Affairs announced that they received 118,060 applications from across the country. The application process followed a strict first-come, first-served policy. After reaching this number, the ministry stopped accepting any further applications. This step ensures fair and organized participation for the upcoming Hajj season.

The ministry also collected the first installment of Hajj expenses from all applicants. This payment covered half of the total Hajj cost. The ministry explained that this approach helps in smooth planning and allocation of resources. It also guarantees that applic...