The first Hajj flight has departed from Karachi, carrying pilgrims to their sacred journey. The private airline flight took off at 2AM on Thursday and left on time, just 15 minutes after the scheduled departure. The flight carried 150 Hajj pilgrims who were headed to Madinah. The private airline ensured a smooth departure for the pilgrims, who embarked on their spiritual expedition. The second Hajj flight was to depart with 180 pilgrims Under the Makkah Route Initiative, immigration procedures are completed at the pilgrims’ country of departure, streamlining the entry process and reducing waiting times. This initiative has been highly appreciated by pilgrims since its launch in 2019. A total of 11 flights carrying 2,160 Pakistani pilgrims are scheduled to land in Madina today.

These flights will transport pilgrims from five major Pakistani cities, including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Multan, and Peshawar. The expansion of the Makkah Route Initiative to the largest city in Pakistan, Karachi will facilitate a massive influx of devotees from Pakistan and other parts of the world. Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki will visit both Islamabad and Karachi airports to bid farewell to the Pakistani Hajj pilgrims. Upon arrival in Madinah, the pilgrims will be received by authorities from the Pakistan Consulate General and the Hajj Mission of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The Hajj flight operation will be carried out by five airlines including Pakistan International Airlines, Saudi Airlines, Airblue, Serene Air, and Air Sial.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan