Haj Committee Of India 2024 – Important Rules and Regulations

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The Haj Committee of India, also known as the Central Haj Committee (CHC), is a statutory body under the Indian government responsible for organizing Islamic pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia. Established in 2002 under the Haj Committee Act, it serves as the coordinating agency for state haj committees. The committee comprises 23 members, including representatives elected by state haj committees, ex-official members, MPs, and nominees appointed by the central government and the state with the highest number of pilgrims.

In 2016, India was allotted a quota of 136,200 pilgrims for Haj, with the Haj committee arranging travel for 100,200 individuals. The committee allocates the quota state-wise based on Muslim population density according to the 2011 census.

Haj Committee Of India 2024

To apply for Haj, follow these digital and online steps:

1. Accessing Resources: Obtain necessary instructions and guidance from small video clips available on the Haj Committee of India website. These clips are accessible through YouTube links. Pilgrims are advised to watch relevant videos before proceeding with the application. Additionally, FAQs and their replies are available on the website for reference.
2. Online Application: Handwritten or typed hard copies of applications are not accepted. Pilgrims must apply online only through the Haj Committee of India website (www.hajcommittee.gov.in) or via the Haj App on Android Mobile, known as “HAJ SUVIDHA.”
3. Document Upload: When submitting the Haj Application Forms online, applicants must upload the following documents as enclosures:
   • First and last page of Machine Readable Valid Indian International Passport.
   • Latest Passport size photograph.
   • Copy of CANCELLED Cheque or a copy of Bank Account Pass Book of the person mentioned as Cover Head.
   • Address Proof:
     • If the residential address matches the one mentioned in the passport, a copy of the passport suffices.
     • Otherwise, submit a self-attested copy of any of the following as address proof:
       • Aadhaar Card
       • Bank Pass Book
       • Election Commission Photo I-D Card
       • Utility bills (last 3 months) for:
         • Electricity
         • Telephone (Land-line)
         • Water
         • Gas Connection

Ensure all documents are uploaded accurately and as per the guidelines provided for Haj 2024.

Expenditure Details for Haj 2023 in Saudi Riyals (SAR):

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1. Makkah Accommodation: SAR 2,250.00
2. Madinah Accommodation: SAR 1,050.00
3. Bus Transportation–Azizia to Haram Sharief: SAR 250.00
4. 1% additional accommodation as per Saudi Rules: SAR 22.50
5. Estimated Payment to Tawafa Company (Moallim Fee): SAR 4,900.00 (T.B.C.)
6. Naqqaba Sayyarat (E-Routes purchase): SAR 982.10
7. Additional Service Agreement for ensuring good quality Buses: SAR 50.00
8. M/s. Al-Wukula Transportation of Baggage from Airport to Buildings on first arrival: SAR 14.38
9. Metro Train Ticket Charges: SAR 287.50
10. Supply of 5 Lit. ZamZam Can (Procurement & Logistic): SAR 14.00
11. Estimated Overheads/Contingencies per pilgrim in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: SAR 25.00
12. Estimated excess baggage transport charges between Makkah and Madinah Services (Trucks): SAR 22.00
13. Health Insurance: SAR 28.75
14. Haj Visa Fees: SAR 300.00

Total (Sr.No.1 to 14): SAR 10,196.23

Additional (Optional) items:

1. Adahi Coupons: SAR 720.00
2. Johfa Meeqat for Shia Pilgrims land in Jeddah: SAR 177.10

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HAJ 2024 Rules

Haj Application Forms (HAFs)

Haj Application Forms (HAFs) are available through the following channels:

1. State/Union Territory Haj Committee: Applicants can obtain HAFs free of charge from their respective State/Union Territory Haj Committees.
2. Haj Committee of India Website: HAFs can be downloaded from the official website of the Haj Committee of India at hajcommittee.gov.in.
3. Android Mobile App: The “HAJ COMMITTEE OF INDIA” app is available for download on the Google Play Store. Applicants can access and fill out HAFs using this mobile application.

Additionally, photocopies of the HAFs are acceptable for application purposes.

Eligibility for Haj 2024

Eligibility for Haj pilgrimage is subject to specific guidelines outlined by the Saudi authorities, encompassing financial, physical, behavioral, and mental aspects. Here are the eligibility criteria for Haj pilgrimage for Muslim citizens of India:

• (a) Possession of a machine-readable, valid Indian international passport as per guidelines set by the Haj Committee of India (HCoI).
• (b) Individuals who have not previously performed Haj pilgrimage through HCoI, except for permitted categories like Mehrams and those accompanying a pilgrim aged 70 and above, based on appropriate declarations.
• (c) Providing false information disqualifies an applicant from proceeding for Haj. Such individuals may face disqualification, forfeiture of deposited amounts, and potential prosecution for false declarations. These restrictions also apply to individuals concealing previous Haj performances and Haj-e-Badal pilgrims.
• (d) Individuals with severe medical conditions such as terminal cancers, advanced cardiac, respiratory, liver, or kidney diseases, infectious tuberculosis, or senility are ineligible.
• (e) Unaccompanied ladies must be accompanied by a Sharia Mehram, except those covered in Sr. No. 5. (f) Pregnant women in advanced stages of pregnancy are subject to international flying standards.
• (g) Individuals subject to court orders prohibiting travel abroad are ineligible.
• (h) Consent from parents or legal guardians is mandatory for Haj applicants below 18 years of age.

Ladies travelling without their Mehrams

Ladies above 45 years of age who desire to undertake Haj pilgrimage but do not have a male Mehram (an unmarriageable kin with whom travel is restricted in Islamic law) and whose school of thought (Maslak) permits, are permitted to travel in groups of four or more ladies.

Subject to the terms set by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), single ladies may also apply for Haj pilgrimage. The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) may organize groupings for single ladies who apply under this category.

Furthermore, the Consulate General of India in Jeddah will facilitate separate living arrangements for women traveling alone for the pilgrimage, ensuring their safety and comfort during their stay in Saudi Arabia.

Cover Size

The cover size for Haj pilgrimage applications ranges from a minimum of 1 (one) adult to a maximum of 4 (four) adults plus 2 (two) infants. If the number of family members exceeds four adults, applicants must submit applications in more than one cover.

Notes: (i) Infants: Applicants who have completed 2 years of age by the date of arrival of the last return Haj charter flight, as specified by the Haj Committee of India (HCoI), are considered infants. Infant travel is not free of cost, and they will be charged 10% of the full airfare determined by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. (ii) Applicants above 2 years of age are charged as adult pilgrims, and they must pay the full amount of airfare and Haj Amount accordingly.

Cover Composition

A maximum of four (4) applicants, comprising family members or near relatives, can apply in a single cover. The cover’s head is responsible for payment for all included persons, and only family members or near relatives should be included, ensuring blood relation or close proximity. All pilgrims under one cover must have the same accommodation status, and covers cannot be split or altered for flight dates. Pilgrims within a cover travel and stay together. If the cover head cancels, another male member must replace him, and if a Mehram cancels, a replacement must be specified for the female applicant(s) to avoid cancellation. Changes in Mehram are only permitted in specific cases like death or medical reasons.

Solemn Declaration and Undertaking for Applicants Above 70 Years of Age

Applications from individuals aged 70 and above are given priority for seat allocation in their respective State/UT. However, if the number of applications in this age category exceeds the allocated quota, a draw of lots will be conducted among them as per the policy’s guidelines. This ensures that elderly citizens have the opportunity to perform the Haj pilgrimage.

Applicants in the 70+ age category must submit a solemn declaration and undertaking in the prescribed format. Failure to include or incomplete submission of the declaration and undertaking will result in the summarily rejection of the Haj application.

Rules of Cancellations and Refunds

1. Grounds for Cancellation: Only cancellations due to the death or serious ailment of the applicant will be allowed. Cancellations for any other reasons will incur specific penalties as per guidelines set by the Haj Committee of India (HCoI).
2. Refunds: The HCoI will arrange for the refund of the deposited amount by the applicant, preferably within one month.
3. Payments by Pilgrims: All provisionally selected pilgrims will receive a unique bank reference number, which must be compulsorily quoted when depositing advance and balance Haj amounts in the State Bank of India through the core banking system.
4. Cancellation Procedure: If a selected pilgrim wishes to cancel the journey for any reason, they must submit a cancellation letter to the concerned State or UT Haj Committee. Failure to submit either a passport or payment, or both, within the due date will result in the summarily cancellation of the pilgrim’s selection.

Accommodation

As per Saudi regulations, accommodation for pilgrims must be arranged in advance through the Consulate General of India, Jeddah. The regulations specify that each pilgrim is entitled to 4 square meters of space in Makkah accommodation, while in Madinah, the capacity is based on the unit’s license issued by Saudi authorities.

In Makkah, accommodation is uniform, and transportation between the accommodation (outside Markazia) and the holy site is provided through bus facilities.

In Madinah, accommodations in the Markazia area are preferred, subject to availability. Pilgrims entitled to stay in Rubat will be accommodated according to KSA norms. The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) does not levy charges for Rubat accommodation, or if charges are levied, they will be refunded to the pilgrims who utilize Rubat facilities.

Medical Screening and Fitness Certificate for Every Applicant

A medical check-up report is mandatory for all pilgrims to ensure only healthy individuals proceed for Haj pilgrimage. A two-step medical screening process has been introduced: one at the application stage (on the reverse of the Haj application) and another for selected pilgrims at the embarkation stage.

Every applicant must fill out their medical history, undergo examination, and obtain a Medical Screening and Fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner, preferably an allopathic or government doctor, on the reverse side of their Haj Application.

The Health Certificate issued to pilgrims by the Medical Officer will include information regarding mandatory vaccinations and COVID-19 vaccination. A digital medical health certificate will be issued to selected Haj pilgrims in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).

RTPCR Test of Pilgrims

Pilgrims are permitted to undergo health verification and RTPCR tests at their district health units. Ideally, these tests should be conducted at Government Laboratories, including facilities available in Government of India Hospitals, Railway Hospitals, ESIC hospitals, etc.

Embarkation Points (EPs):

Pilgrims are provided with the option to choose between the embarkation point of their area and the nearest economical embarkation point, based on the difference in air travel costs from the previous year. The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) may adjust this arrangement in subsequent years with the approval of the competent authority.

Here are the details of the nearest EPs:

1. Srinagar
2. Ranchi
3. Gaya
4. Guwahati
5. Indore
6. Bhopal
7. Mangalore
8. Goa
9. Aurangabad
10. Varanasi
11. Jaipur
12. Nagpur
13. Delhi
14. Mumbai
15. Kolkata
16. Bangalore
17. Hyderabad
18. Cochin
19. Chennai
20. Ahmedabad
21. Lucknow
22. Kannur
23. Vijayawada
24. Agartala
25. Calicut

Duration of Stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Pilgrims may stay in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a duration of 30 to 40 days, subject to the schedule provided by the airlines and approved by the General Authority of Civil Aviation, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Accommodation units in Makkah Mukarramah are hired for the entire Haj season, and buildings are not rented on a daily basis. Therefore, the rate charged applies for the entire Haj season, irrespective of the length of stay, ensuring uniform charges for all pilgrims. Refunds based on the duration of stay are not applicable.

In Case of Death

In the unfortunate event of death due to natural causes or accidents during the Haj period, burial rituals will be performed as per prevailing practices in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The original Death Certificate will be sent directly to the next of kin of the deceased pilgrim by the Consulate General of India (CGI), Jeddah, after the completion of the Haj season.

Adahi (Qurbani)

The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is the authorized body by the Government of KSA to perform Qurbani for Haj pilgrims. Pilgrims should be cautious of fraudsters in the name of Qurbani. Adahi through IDB will be arranged by the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) for covers who opt for it, and once opted, the choice cannot be revoked. Adahi (Qurbani) coupons will be optional, and the HCoI will issue advisories providing information about the coupons and precautions for pilgrims.

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