Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Chaudhry Salik Hussain on Monday said the pre-hajj flight operations have come to a close with the departure of the last flight from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Airlines carrying 380 Pakistani pilgrims, marked the culmination of a month-long operation, left here on Monday from Islamabad to the holy land.

In his message addressed to all those who contributed to the success of this phase, the federal minister expressed satisfaction with the successful completion of the pre-hajj flight operations.

“It was a testament to the meticulous planning and coordination of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony and other stakeholders,” he added.

The minister emphasized that the smooth operation was a result of the tireless efforts of the ministry’s staff, who worked tirelessly to ensure the comfort and safety of the pilgrims.

He also highlighted various initiatives taken by the ministry to facilitate the pilgrimage, including the introduction of discounted long and short packages.

The minister expressed gratitude to the pilgrims, the airlines, and the ministry’s staff for their cooperation and dedication in making the pre-hajj flights operation a success.

He also emphasized the importance of the hajj pilgrimage, which is a sacred duty for Muslims around the world, and pledged to continue working towards ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all pilgrims.

The flights were operated by various airlines, including Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Saudi Airlines, SereneAir, and AirSial to transport pilgrims from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia.