The Union government has announced a first-of-its-kind short Hajj package for Indian pilgrims, aimed mainly at working professionals who struggle to be away for the usual 40 to 45 days. Under the plan, about 10,000 pilgrims will complete essential Hajj rituals and return from Saudi Arabia in roughly 20 days. The schedule runs from May 17 to June 5, with the first flight departing from Kochi on May 17 and other departures from major metros.
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