Pakistan PM hails Saudi King's keenness in ensuring proper facilities for pilgrims
In his presentation, Religious Affairs Secretary Wakil Ahmed Khan reported that under the direction of the Prime Minister the ministry has already made appropriate arrangements to ensure better accommodation, medical facilities and transportation for Pakistani pilgrims.
The meeting was informed that a total of 159,588 pilgrims will perform Hajj from Pakistan this year of which 79,500 will perform pilgrimage under the Government Scheme and 80,088 will be facilitated by the private tour operators.
The meeting was apprised that 162,855 Hajj applications were received under government Hajj scheme which exceeded the allocated quota for Hajj 2007, therefore, computerized ballot for selection of successful applicants was conducted in the presence of the general public as well as media in order to ensure transparency in balloting.
The meeting was attended by the Federal Minister for Religious Affairs, Ijaz ul Haq and other senior officials.