India Signs Haj Agreement 2025 with Saudi Arabia

On 13th January 2025, India's Minister of Minority Affairs, Kiran Rijiju, signed the Haj Agreement 2025 with Saudi Arabia’s Minister for Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, in Jeddah.

Key Points

Pilgrim Quota: The agreement secures a quota of 175,025 Indian pilgrims for Haj 2025
High-Level Meetings: Minister Rijiju held discussions in Riyadh with Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport & Logistic Services, exploring partnerships in transport and logistics.
Enhanced Pilgrimage Experience: Talks with Dr. Al-Rabiah focused on improving facilities and services for Indian Haj pilgrims, emphasizing bilateral cooperation.
Inspection Plans: Minister plans to visit Madinah and review arrangements at the Jeddah Haj Terminal, ensuring seamless operations for the pilgrimage.
Significance: The agreement reinforces India-Saudi Arabia ties, highlighting a shared commitment to enhancing the spiritual journey for pilgrims.