In a significant announcement on Wednesday, Religious Minister Aneeq Ahmed revealed that the eagerly anticipated Hajj 2024 balloting set to take place on December 28 at 6 pm in Karachi. The annual pilgrimage, a sacred obligation for eligible Muslims, is now reaching a crucial milestone.
Record-breaking Applications in the Regular Hajj Scheme
Minister Aneeq Ahmed disclosed that a remarkable number of over 66,000 applications flooded in for the regular Hajj scheme. Expressing gratitude for the community’s enthusiastic participation, the ministry highlighted the overwhelming response and acknowledged the surplus of applications beyond the required quota.
Emphasizing the commitment to providing quality facilities to overseas Pakistanis, Minister Aneeq Ahmed announced a special sponsorship Hajj scheme. He assured that this initiative would offer a cost-effective pilgrimage option for those residing abroad, and the payments in dollars would further contribute to the benefit of the state.
The Draw and How to Check Results
The draw to select successful applicants scheduled for Thursday, December 28. For those eagerly awaiting the results, the ministry encourages checking the Hajj 2024 draw outcomes conveniently on their official website.
The ministry, in a statement shared on the social media platform X, affirmed the draw date, coinciding with the revelation that banks had already received an impressive count of over 66,000 Hajj applications by the time of Friday prayers. The digital space is abuzz with excitement as the sacred journey’s details unfold.
As the anticipation builds, the ministry looks forward to facilitating the sacred pilgrimage for eligible Muslims and expresses gratitude for the overwhelming response, turning the spotlight on the community’s active engagement in the revered Hajj process.