Archive · 21 Nov 2025
India to Finalize Haj 2026 Plans at Mumbai Conference
The Indian government is having a big meeting in Mumbai to plan for the Haj pilgrimage in 2026.
They want to make sure all the pilgrims have a safe and comfortable journey.
They will talk about where they will stay, how they will get there, and how to keep them healthy.
They will also check if the people helping with the pilgrimage are ready.
The meeting is to make sure everything goes well for the pilgrims.
National Haj Conference to be held in Mumbai on Saturday
Aimed at finalizing preparations for Haj 2026
Focus on ensuring safe, smooth, and dignified experience for over 1.75 lakh Indian pilgrims
Key discussions on accommodation, logistics, transportation, baggage handling, and medical preparedness
Conference to assess readiness of field staff and identify gaps for improvement
- Who
- Ministry of Minority Affairs, State and Union Territory Haj Committees, Haj Committee of India
- What
- Hosting National Haj Conference
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Mumbai, at the Haj House
- Why
- To finalize preparations for Haj 2026 and ensure a safe and smooth experience for pilgrims
- Pilgrims
- Over 1,75,000 Indian pilgrims
- Conference Chair
- Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs
- Venue
- Haj House, Mumbai
- Primary Focus
- Strengthening cooperation between State/UT Haj Committees and Haj Committee of India
- Key Discussion Areas
- Accommodation & Logistics, Transportation & Baggage Handling, Training of Haj Assistants and Inspectors, Medical Preparedness