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India–Saudi Arabia Sign Bilateral Haj Agreement for 2026
- 11 Nov 2025
On 7-9 November 2025, during Union Minister Kiren Rijiju’s official visit to Saudi Arabia, India and Saudi Arabia signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for 2026, confirming a quota of 175,025 Indian pilgrims for the annual pilgrimage.
Key Points:
- Haj Quota 2026: A total of 175,025 Indian pilgrims will be allowed to perform Haj in 2026 under the new bilateral agreement.
- Strengthening Bilateral Ties: The signing reaffirms the growing partnership and shared commitment between India and Saudi Arabia to ensure a seamless and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.
- Meeting Discussions: Both sides discussed improving coordination, logistics, transport, accommodation, and healthcare arrangements for pilgrims.
- Internal Review Meetings: The delegation held meetings with officials from the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of India in Jeddah to review ongoing Haj preparations.
- Significance: The agreement marks an important step in enhancing India–Saudi Arabia relations and ensuring improved services for Indian pilgrims participating in Haj 2026.
