Pakistan will begin its post-Hajj repatriation operation tomorrow, June 10, with the first flight carrying returning pilgrims scheduled to depart from Jeddah at 11:50 PM, officials from the Ministry of Religious Affairs confirmed. The inaugural flight will arrive in Islamabad at 3:00 AM on June 11, bringing back 307 pilgrims who performed the short-term Hajj.
As part of the initial phase, eight flights will land in Islamabad, Lahore, Multan, and Karachi on June 11. The month-long operation will continue until July 10, aiming to bring back a total of 88,390 pilgrims under the government Hajj scheme. The return will be managed through 342 flights operated by Pakistan’s government and private airlines, as well as Saudi Airlines.
Officials added that repatriation flights from Madinah will commence a week later, as pilgrims gradually move from Makkah to Madinah after completing their Hajj rituals. The government has assured that all necessary arrangements are in place to ensure a smooth and dignified return for the pilgrims.
