175,000 prospective pilgrims: India will wait for Saudi decision on haj, says national committee
India will wait for Saudi Arabia’s decision on whether the haj will happen this year amid the continued spread of the COVID-19, Dr. Maqsood Ahmed Khan, CEO of Hajj Committee of India, told Salaam Gateway.
“India has not yet said no. India is waiting for a call from Saudi Arabia and India will respond to the call depending on what type of a call it receives,” said Dr. Khan.
The national body’s position comes after Singapore and Indonesia both announced they have cancelled the haj this year for their pilgrims, citing health and safety concerns.
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