PREFACE The Haj Committee of India (hereinafter referred to as HCoI), a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, constituted under the Haj Committee Act, 2002 (Act No. 35 of 2002), issues these guidelines for Indian citizens intending to apply for Haj–2026 (1447 Hijri). Applicants are strongly advised to read these guidelines thoroughly before submitting their online Haj Application Form (HAF) via the official website www.hajcommittee.gov.in or through ... Ministry of Minority Affairs is the nodal ministry to conduct Haj pilgrimage in India. Haj pilgrimage for the Indian Pilgrims is conducted either through Haj Committee of India… Read more Hajj , annual pilgrimage to Mecca that is mandatory for all Muslims to make at least once in their lives, provided they are physically and financially capable. The hajj is the fifth of the fundamental Muslim practices and institutions known as the Five Pillars of Islam. Baitul Hujjaj (Haj House), 7-A, M.R.A. Marg (Palton Road), Mumbai – 400 001. Maharashtra, India.
