Explanation

Hajj is a sacred pilgrimage that is required of every Muslim at least once in their lifetimes

Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah"

It is one of the Five Pillars of Islam

Verbal meaning of Hajj is The will to visit

There are 3 Farz, 10 Sunnat and 6 Wajibat in Hajj

Farz in Hajj are Three (3)

Farz in Umrah are Four (4)

There are three different types of Hajj namely:
Hajj-ul-Ifrad.
Hajj-ul-Qiran.
Hajj-ul-Tamattu.

Explanation

The policy focuses on creating efficient arrangements for Hajj,

It including logistics and services for Hujjaj, both in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Explanation

 The tentative amount for the Government Hajj Package for Hajj

long package costs Rs1,075,000 and the short package costs Rs1,150,000

Explanation

The tentative package mentioned applies specifically to the Government Hajj Scheme for 2026.

Explanation

The tentative package cost is Rs 1,150,000 to Rs 1,250,000 for thegovernment scheme.

Explanation

The policy ensures the provision of essential services like travel, accommodation, transport, and healthcare

During the Hujjaj's stay at sacred sites, complying with Saudi and Pakistani laws.

Explanation

The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony (MORA) in Pakistan formulated the Hajj Policy 2026. 

The Government, Rules of Business 1973, mandates the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony (MORA&IH), hereinafter called the ‘Ministry’ to make Hajj arrangements

Explanation

The Saudi government uses the Nusuk Masar platform to manage operational activities for Hajj, such as coordinating pilgrim services like accommodation and transportation.

Explanation

Hajj 2026 corresponds to the Islamic Hijri year 1447 AH. 

Hajj begins (8 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH): Expected around Monday, May 25, 2026.

Day of Arafah (9 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH): Expected around Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH): Expected around Wednesday, May 27, 2026. 

Explanation

Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted to participate in Hajj 2026 as per the directions issued by the Saudi Government