What Flights Are Operating from Srinagar for Hajj Pilgrims?
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Synopsis
Exciting news for Hajj pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir! Eleven flights will be operating from Srinagar International Airport, ensuring smooth travel for those embarking on their sacred journey to Medina. Discover the details of these flights and how authorities are facilitating this important pilgrimage.
Key Takeaways
- 11 flights are set to operate from Srinagar International Airport for Hajj pilgrims.
- Flights will connect Srinagar to Delhi and then to Medina.
- A total of 3,623 pilgrims from J&K and Ladakh will participate in Hajj this year.
- The first group of pilgrims departed on May 4, 2023.
- Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of all travelers.
Srinagar, May 14 (NationPress) Officials in Jammu and Kashmir announced that a total of 11 flights will be operational from Srinagar International Airport on Wednesday, aimed at assisting Hajj pilgrims.
According to the authorities, these flights consist of four from SpiceJet (SG), three from IndiGo (6E), and three from IndiGo (IX) that will travel between Delhi and Srinagar. Additionally, one IndiGo (IX) flight will operate from Srinagar to Jammu.
“These scheduled flights will transport pilgrims from Srinagar (SXR) to Delhi (DEL) and subsequently to Medina for their Hajj pilgrimage,” officials stated.
The operation of Hajj flights commenced on May 4, facilitating transport from Srinagar to Medina in Saudi Arabia. However, due to the temporary closure of the Srinagar airport, all commercial flights, including those for Hajj, were halted.
This year, a total of 3,623 pilgrims from J&K and Ladakh are set to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage.
Out of this total, 3,132 pilgrims are from J&K and 242 from Ladakh. From May 4 to May 15, eleven flights were planned to depart from Srinagar International Airport, but operations were disrupted on May 6 due to heightened military tensions between India and Pakistan.
Pilgrims are required to first report to the Hajj House located in the Bemina area of Srinagar, where they are then transported in designated buses to the airport.
It is important to note that no friends or family members are permitted to accompany the pilgrims during their journey from the Hajj House to the airport.
The inaugural flight for pilgrims was sent off on May 4 at Srinagar airport, with both L-G Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah present.
The Hajj pilgrimage is considered the most sacred journey in Islam, obligatory for every Muslim who possesses the financial means to undertake it.
Following a de-escalation in tensions between the two nations, a degree of stability has returned to the border regions of J&K, where over 200 homes have suffered damage due to artillery fire from Pakistan targeting civilian areas.
The most significant destruction occurred in the Poonch, Rajouri, and Baramulla districts of J&K.
Security personnel have advised residents in border areas to remain patient until unexploded ordnance can be safely neutralized and the regions are declared secure for civilian activities.
Point of View
I emphasize the importance of facilitating religious obligations for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The operation of these flights not only aids the pilgrims in their spiritual journey but also symbolizes resilience in the face of challenges. Our collective focus must remain on ensuring safety and accessibility for all.
NationPress
08/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many flights are operating for Hajj from Srinagar?
A total of 11 flights are currently scheduled to operate from Srinagar International Airport to facilitate Hajj pilgrims.
What airlines are involved in the Hajj flights?
The Hajj flights include four from SpiceJet and seven from IndiGo, with both domestic and international routes.
How many pilgrims are scheduled for Hajj from J&K and Ladakh?
This year, a total of 3,623 pilgrims are expected to perform Hajj from Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
Where do pilgrims report before their flight?
Pilgrims must report to the Hajj House located in the Bemina area of Srinagar before being transported to the airport.
Are family members allowed to accompany pilgrims?
No, relatives and friends are not permitted to accompany pilgrims from the Hajj House to the airport.
