The Ministry of Minority Affairs has advised Indian Private Hajj Pilgrims to apply early and choose only authorised Hajj Group Organisers for Hajj 2026. In view of the advisory issued by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, regarding the Hajj 2026, the Ministry directed people to complete their booking formalities on or before 15 of the next month to avoid last-minute inconveniences and to ensure the timely completion of all mandatory processes.