Srinagar, May 9: Emotional scenes of family good byes and spiritual fervour were witnessed on Thursday as the first batch of Hajj pilgrims prepared to leave the Hajj House Bemina in Srinagar for the holy pilgrimage in Mecca.
Embraced by an atmosphere of spiritual anticipation, the pilgrims gathered at the Hajj House, marking the beginning of their sacred journey.
The reporting time for the first batch of pilgrims was set for 8:30 AM.
Amid tearful and heartfelt prayers, the families bid farewell to their loved ones as they prepared to embark on the holy journey.
The second batch of pilgrims are scheduled to report at 11:30 AM.
Speaking to KNO, Dr. Shujhat Quershi, Executive Officer (EO) of J&K Haj Committee, said a total of 642 pilgrims are slated to take off from Srinagar International Airport.
He added in two flights, a total of 322 pilgrims each will take off today from Srinagar International Airport.
Pertinently, a total of 7008 Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir will be embarking on the holy pilgrimage this year.
—(KNO)
