During a press briefing held on Saturday and streamed online, the ministry’s Director of Domestic Hajj Services, Muhammad Zain, extended condolences to the families of the deceased pilgrims on behalf of the government.
“Funeral services have been provided for all deceased pilgrims,” he stated.
The ministry confirmed that all Hajj pilgrims in the Holy Land are covered by life and accident insurance.
“The government also ensures that the religious obligations of the deceased pilgrims will be fulfilled by appointing officers to perform badal hajj (Hajj-by-proxy) on their behalf,” Zain explained.
As of the 10th day of departures, 158 flight groups, totaling 61,404 pilgrims, have been dispatched to Saudi Arabia via three airlines. On Saturday alone, 21 groups, totaling 8,261 pilgrims, were scheduled to depart.
Zain emphasized that the government will continue to provide regular updates on the Hajj pilgrimage and urged the public to pray for a smooth and safe pilgrimage season this year.
Meanwhile, the Hajj Implementation Committee (PPIH) confirmed that all preparations are in place to welcome Indonesian pilgrims in Mecca, including accommodations, transportation, and meal services.
A total of 20 hotels have been arranged for the pilgrims’ stay in the Holy Land, with officials conducting thorough inspections to ensure all facilities meet the required standards.
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