New Delhi, May 4 -- The first batch of Hajj 2025 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir is ready to depart for Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on Monday, May 4. According to reports, 178 pilgrims are set to begin their sacred journey from Srinagar International Airport, marking the start of this year's Hajj season from the region.

The 178 pilgrims include 96 men and 82 women, DD News reported.

Hajj takes place between the 8th-13th of Dhul Hijjah each year. This year, Hajj is expected to take place between June 4 to June 9, 2025, as per the Gregorian Calendar, depending on the sighting of the moon.

Hajj concludes with Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the 'Feast of Sacrifice', the second of the two main festivals in Islam.

The Hajj pilgrimage takes place durin...