Saudi Arabia has acceded to the long-standing demand of Pakistani private Hajj tour operators regarding the number of pilgrims in a group, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel on Monday.
According to a notification, Saudi Arabia now agreed to a group of 500 pilgrims instead of 2000 pilgrims.
This decision translates into a major restructuring for Pakistan's 905 private tour operators, as they will now join into 180 unified groups. It means that 905 Hajj operators of Pakistan will now form one hundred and eighty groups.
The move aims to enhance operational efficiency and coordination, addressing concerns raised by the tour operators for a more streamlined and organized Hajj pilgrimage process.
The Saudi Arabian authorities communicated this decision to the Pakistani government through an official letter.
The private Hajj operators welcome the decision of the Saudi Arabia government.
Reporter: Usman Khan