“A Significant Step Towards Pilgrim Welfare”: Kiren Rijiju on Haj 2027 Agreement

India has secured a quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims for Haj 2027 following the signing of the Bilateral Haj Agreement between India and Saudi Arabia.

A significant step towards ensuring the well-being of Indian pilgrims undertaking #Haj2027 Held bilateral talks with H.E. Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah (@tfrabiah ), Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement for Haj 2027, securing a quota of 175,025 pilgrims for India. Our discussions focused on further strengthening arrangements & cooperation to ensure a safe, smooth and spiritually fulfilling Haj journey for every pilgrim. @MEAIndia @MOMAIndia @CGIJeddah @IndianEmbRiyadh @hcoi_official #IndiaSaudiRelations

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) November 9, 2026

Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju announced the development on social media, stating that he held bilateral talks with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, and signed the agreement for the 2027 pilgrimage.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and improving arrangements to ensure a safe, smooth and spiritually fulfilling Haj journey for Indian pilgrims.

Rijiju described the agreement as a significant step towards ensuring the well-being of Indian pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

The agreement is expected to provide a framework for closer coordination between the two countries on various aspects of Haj management, including pilgrim welfare, travel arrangements and logistical support.

The development highlights India's continued engagement with Saudi Arabia to enhance facilities and ensure a comfortable and hassle-free pilgrimage experience for thousands of Indian Muslims.

With the allocation of 1,75,025 places, India has secured its Haj quota for 2027.