India-Saudi Arabia Sign Bilateral Haj Agreement for 2026

On 7-9 November 2025, during the visit of Union Minister for Minority Affairs 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.

  • A total of 175,025 Indian pilgrims will be allowed to perform Haj in 2026 under the new bilateral agreement.
  • The signing reaffirms the growing partnership and shared commitment between India and Saudi Arabia to ensure a seamless and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.
  • Both sides discussed improving coordination, logistics, transport, accommodation, and healthcare arrangements for pilgrims.
  • The agreement marks an important step in ....
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