Karachi: The process of submission of Hajj applications in the designated banks is under way.According to Radio Pakistan, the spokesperson of Ministry of Religious Affairs stated that the intending pilgrims are required to deposit two hundred thousand rupees with each Hajj application. The second installment will be collected after balloting takes place.The quota for the government Hajj scheme is 89,605, with five thousand seats allocated for overseas Pakistanis under a sponsorship scheme. Overseas Pakistanis will need to make a one-time payment in US dollars.The government Hajj package includes airfare, meal, training, accommodation, and vaccination. According to the spokesperson, individuals with severe and complex medical conditions and children under the age of twelve will not be allowed to travel for Hajj.
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