India's Pilgrim Flights Take Off for Hajj 2025

The Centre has initiated flights carrying Indian pilgrims for Hajj 2025, with the inaugural planes departing from Lucknow and Hyderabad. Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju emphasized the government's commitment to facilitating a smooth pilgrimage experience under PM Narendra Modi's leadership, wishing safety and spiritual enrichment for all travelers.

In a significant development, the first flights for Hajj 2025 carrying Indian pilgrims departed on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a spiritually significant journey for many. The planes carried a total of 550 pilgrims, with 288 flying out from Lucknow and 262 from Hyderabad.

Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju underscored the government's dedication to ensuring a seamless pilgrimage experience this year. Acting under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the administration is striving to accommodate 1,22,518 pilgrims smoothly and safely.

Minister Rijiju extended his heartfelt wishes and prayers for a safe, blessed, and spiritually enriching journey to all pilgrims, reinforcing the government's commitment to their well-being and spiritual fulfillment.

(With inputs from agencies.)