Nearly 40,000 Pakistani pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026

Under Pakistan’s Hajj operation, a total of 39,959 government-sponsored pilgrims have so far arrived in Saudi Arabia.

Officials said that 13,280 pilgrims are currently in Medina, while 26,679 are staying in Mecca.

Over the next 15 days, a further 78,875 pilgrims are expected to be transported to Saudi Arabia.

Under the private Hajj scheme, 6,673 Pakistani pilgrims have also reached the kingdom.

In addition, 949 support staff members and medical personnel have arrived in Saudi Arabia to assist pilgrims during the Hajj season.

The Pakistan Hajj Mission has established a main control office in Mecca, along with several operational departments including administration, accounts, and airport reception services.

Transport services, Haram guides, and complaint cells have also been made operational to facilitate pilgrims.

Authorities have further established lost-and-found services, wheelchair desks, and a dedicated media cell.

To provide healthcare facilities for pilgrims, 22 dispensaries have been set up in Mecca.