Haj 2027 | New Delhi / Hyderabad, Nov. 10 (Maxim News): India has signed the Haj 2027 agreement with Saudi Arabia, confirming a pilgrim quota of 1,75,025.
The agreement was signed in Jeddah on November 9. It followed a meeting between Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah.
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The confirmed quota decides how many Indian pilgrims can travel for Haj in 2027 under the bilateral arrangement. Rijiju visited Saudi Arabia from November 6 to 9. The Joint Secretary (Haj) of the Ministry of Minority Affairs and the CEO of the Haj Committee of India accompanied him.
The two ministers met at the Jeddah Superdome. They reviewed preparations for Haj 2027 and discussed better coordination and logistical support for Indian pilgrims. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to a safe, smooth and comfortable pilgrimage.
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Rijiju thanked Saudi Arabia for its role in the successful conduct of Haj 2026. He assured the Saudi side of India’s full cooperation for the next season. Both countries also highlighted their long historical relationship and people to people ties.
Earlier, on November 8, Rijiju attended the inauguration of the sixth Hajj Conference and Exhibition. He also took part in a ministerial conference chaired by Al-Rabiah. There, he conveyed India’s appreciation for the Saudi leadership’s efforts for pilgrims’ welfare.
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The minister joined visiting delegates in an interaction with Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region. He also chaired a review meeting with officials from the Consulate General of India, the Ministry of Minority Affairs and the Haj Committee of India. He asked them to keep working together for the comfort and welfare of Indian pilgrims.
Rijiju attended the Noor-e-Diwali celebration at India House in Jeddah. He met members of the Indian community and called the diaspora a bridge of friendship and goodwill. He also visited key Haj related and cultural sites in Jeddah.
A significant step towards ensuring the well-being of Indian pilgrims undertaking #Haj2027
Held bilateral talks with H.E. Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah (@tfrabiah ), Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027, securing a quota of 175,025 pilgrims for India.
Our discussions focused on further strengthening arrangements & cooperation to ensure a safe, smooth and spiritually fulfilling Haj journey for every pilgrim.
@MEAIndia @MOMAIndia @CGIJeddah @IndianEmbRiyadh @hcoi_official
#IndiaSaudiRelations— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) November 9, 2026
The visit is expected to strengthen cooperation between India and Saudi Arabia on Haj management, pilgrim welfare and cultural exchange. (Maxim News).
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