New Delhi, April 16 -- Hajj holds deep divine significance for Muslims and one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Every year, millions gather in Mecca and Medina, Saudi Arabia, to take part in this sacred pilgrimage. It is consider to be mandatory religious duty for those who are physically and financially capable of making the journey at least once in their lifetime. Here's a detailed breakdown of the costs involved in this pilgrimage.

Saudi Arabia's annual Hajj pilgrimage quota for India has seen a steady increase over the years, rising from 136,020 in 2014 to 175,025 in 2025. These allocations are determined by the Saudi authorities closer to the pilgrimage season.

The government, through the Haj Committee of India, oversees arrangements ...