Pakistan urges Hajj pilgrims to follow Saudi directives on sacrifice, stoning of the devil
Hajj pilgrims take part in the symbolic stoning of the devil, which is among the final rites of the pilgrimage. Pilgrims throw pebbles at three pillars in Mina, performing the ritual during the three days of the Hajj starting on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah.
State broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported that each Maktab will have designated timings for the act of stoning the devil on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah.
'Every 'Nazim' [administrator] is bound to ensure that the intending pilgrims perform this ritual as per their allocated time slot,' Radio Pakistan said. 'Therefore, all pilgrims are advised to proceed in groups under the supervision of their 'Nazim' as per schedule.'
The state broadcaster also reported that the Saudi authorities have set the time for sacrificing animals for Pakistani Hujjaj on the night between the 10th and 11th of Dhul Hijjah at 12:30 am.
'Hence, all pilgrims are urged to complete the 'Rami' of the first day before midnight,' it said. 'Pakistani Mission has strongly urged the Hujjaj to strictly follow these instructions to avoid any untoward situation.'
During the Hajj pilgrimage, which concludes this year on Monday, June 9, pilgrims are required to sacrifice an animal.
Nearly 89,000 Pakistanis have traveled to Saudi Arabia under the government's Hajj scheme and over 23,620 Pakistanis are performing the Hajj through private tour operators.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Al Arabiya
an hour ago
- Al Arabiya
US limits official visits to Karachi hotels after threat report
The United States has temporarily limited visits by government personnel to high-end hotels in Karachi, Pakistan, after receiving a report of a threat, the State Department said on Friday. 'The US Consulate General Karachi received a report of a threat directed at high-end hotels in Karachi,' the department said in a security alert. 'The US Consulate General in Karachi has temporarily limited visits by official US government personnel to these hotels.' The State Department said it sometimes declares areas in foreign countries — such as tourist attractions, hotels, markets, shopping malls, and restaurants — off-limits to official US government personnel in response to such threats. The security alert urges people to avoid the areas and crowds, keep a low profile, and stay alert in places frequented by tourists and citizens of Western countries. The State Department currently has a travel advisory in place for Pakistan that advises US citizens to reconsider traveling there due to the risk of terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.
Arab News
10 hours ago
- Arab News
US limits official visits to Karachi hotels after threat report
KARACHI: The United States has temporarily limited visits by government personnel to high-end hotels in Karachi, Pakistan, after receiving a report of a threat, the State Department said on Friday. 'The US Consulate General Karachi received a report of a threat directed at high-end hotels in Karachi,' the department said in a security alert. 'The US Consulate General in Karachi has temporarily limited visits by official US government personnel to these hotels.' The State Department said it sometimes declares areas in foreign countries such as tourist attractions, hotels, markets, shopping malls and restaurants off-limits to official US government personnel in response to such threats. The security alert urges people to avoid the areas and crowds, keep a low profile and to stay alert in places frequented by tourists and citizens of Western countries. The State Department currently has a travel advisory in place for Pakistan that advises US citizens to reconsider traveling there due to the risk of terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.
Arab News
a day ago
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia welcomes 1.2 million Umrah pilgrims
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported that more than 1.2 million pilgrims have arrived in the Kingdom to perform Umrah since the season launched. The faithful have traveled from 109 countries worldwide, reflecting surging international interest and the Kingdom's enhanced service capabilities for religious visitors. Ministry data shows a significant 30 percent jump in Umrah visa holders entering Saudi Arabia this year compared to the same period last year. Visa issuances also climbed 27 percent, while more than 4,200 partnership agreements were executed between domestic Umrah service providers and international agents, bolstering the Kingdom's capacity to accommodate the influx of pilgrims. The Umrah season was launched with digital visa processing handled through the government's Nusuk platform. The scheme represents the latest advancement in Saudi Arabia's efforts to streamline religious tourism as part of Vision 2030, the Kingdom's comprehensive modernization blueprint. Pilgrims have been able to secure Umrah permits directly through the Nusuk mobile application, which functions as a centralized digital gateway for pilgrim services. The platform offers streamlined booking and permit processing, complemented by additional digital tools designed to improve the overall pilgrimage experience.
