Indian Muslims plan Umrah trip during holy month despite price hikes
Lifting of COVID-19 restrictions curbs by Saudi Arabia enthuses pilgrims although accommodation in Mecca is scarce.
Mumbai: Fewer Muslim Indians are embarking on Umrah, the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that can be performed during any part of the year, with travel agencies indicating a 20% drop in line with rising prices.
Unlike Hajj with its specific dates according to the Islamic lunar calendar, Umrah is not bound to certain annual dates and can be performed any number of times. It is consequently termed “the lesser or minor pilgrimage”.
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Shuriah Niazi