Saudi Arabia has officially ended the rule that required women to have a mahram (male guardian) with them to perform Hajj. This means women can now travel for Hajj on their own, which is a big step forward for female pilgrims.
The news was shared by Pakistan’s Religious Affairs Minister, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf. He also talked about Pakistan’s upcoming plans for Hajj, which include making it easier for people to pay for the pilgrimage through installment plans starting in 2026. This will help many families manage the cost of performing Hajj.
The minister shared some good updates about the arrangements for Pakistani pilgrims. He said that there will be air-conditioned tents in Arafat to make the stay more comfortable for pilgrims. He also praised the strong teamwork between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, which has helped improve services for Pakistani pilgrims every year.
More than 455,000 Pakistanis have already registered for the next Hajj. To meet the growing demand, Pakistan is preparing a new Hajj policy. The government also expects that Saudi Arabia will increase Pakistan’s quota to 255,000 pilgrims next year so that more people can fulfill their dream of performing Hajj.
This new policy and the removal of the mahram condition are big steps towards making Hajj easier and safer for everyone, especially for women. These changes will help thousands of families plan their journey with more comfort and freedom in the coming years.
