India expects to vaccinate pilgrims against COVID-19 in time for haj
MUMBAI - The Haj Committee of India has not received official communication from Saudi authorities about mandatory COVID-19 vaccination for pilgrims but it expects them to be vaccinated in time for the pilgrimage that starts around mid-July.
Saudi newspaper Okaz reported on March 1 that COVID-19 vaccination is compulsory for all pilgrims to get the haj visa this year, citing a Ministry of Health circular signed by the health minister.
India’s Haj Committee and private tour operators told Salaam Gateway the government assured them that all pilgrims will be vaccinated if indeed the Saudi government makes vaccination mandatory.
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