Riyadh: India and Saudi Arabia have signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027, securing a quota of 175,025 pilgrims for India.

Union Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju held bilateral talks with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, during which the agreement was signed.

The meeting focused on reviewing preparations for Haj 2027, discussing key operational priorities and strengthening cooperation between the two countries to ensure a safe, smooth and well-organised pilgrimage for Indian Haj pilgrims.

Both sides discussed measures to improve coordination and facilitate arrangements for pilgrims throughout their spiritual journey.

The agreement marks another important step in strengthening India-Saudi Arabia cooperation in managing Haj arrangements and ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free pilgrimage experience for Indian devotees.

With the allocation of 175,025 seats, India will continue to make arrangements for a large number of pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for the annual Islamic pilgrimage in 2027.