Hajj pilgrims must get ‘authorised’ sacrificial coupons

DG says tokens can be obtained by contributing 720 Saudi riyals

MAKKAH:

Hajj Director General Abdul Wahab Soomro on Sunday emphasised the importance of obtaining authorised sacrificial coupons from approved sources such as the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and Saudi Post, urging Pakistani pilgrims to avoid obtaining them from unauthorised channels.

In an interview with APP, Soomro highlighted that acquiring these authorised coupons ensures their legitimacy and compliance with Saudi regulations for the sacrificial ritual.

To facilitate the process, the Hajj director general said the Pakistani government, in collaboration with the Saudi bank, has made arrangements for the sacrificial ritual during Hajj.

“Pilgrims can obtain a token for the sacrificial offering by contributing 720 Saudi riyals,” he said, adding that mobile vans were available to conveniently distribute these coupons to pilgrims residing in different areas.

“The tokens will be provided near the accommodations of the pilgrims, either through booths or mobile vans,” he said. “Upon receiving the token, pilgrims will be informed about their designated time for the sacrificial ritual.”

Following the sacrifice, he said, the pilgrims would proceed with the "Halq" ritual, which involved hair shaving or trimming.

The Hajj director general assured that all necessary facilities, including accommodation, food, and transportation, had been meticulously arranged in Makkah to ensure the convenience of the pilgrims.

APP