Bangladeshi Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj as Flights and Services Continue

A total of 38,570 Bangladeshi pilgrims, including management personnel, have arrived in Saudi Arabia to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage this year. Of these, 4,564 pilgrims traveled under government management, while the remaining 34,006 arrived through private Hajj agencies.

The information was released in a bulletin from the Hajj Management Portal on Sunday night, providing an update on the ongoing pilgrimage operations.

So far, 96 Hajj flights have landed in Saudi Arabia. Among the carriers, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has operated 47 flights, Saudi Airlines 33 flights, and Flynas Airlines 16 flights.

The distribution of pilgrims across the airlines is as follows:

• Biman Bangladesh Airlines has transported 18,850 pilgrims.
• Saudi Airlines has carried 12,962 pilgrims.
• Flynas Airlines has flown 6,758 pilgrims.

In addition to transportation, Saudi medical centers have issued 5,376 automated prescriptions to Bangladeshi pilgrims. IT helpdesks have also provided 7,110 services to assist pilgrims during this busy period, ensuring smooth coordination and support for those undertaking the sacred journey.