Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said the government negotiated with airlines to curb Hajj airfare hikes despite geopolitical tensions. He noted fares were originally proposed around $400, but after intervention they were reduced to roughly $100 to $150 to ease costs for pilgrims. The Hajj season has started, with the first batch set to depart on April 18.
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