Government assists the Haj pilgrims in coordination with the Haj Committee of India through provision of accomodation and other logistical support at Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah,the Lok Sabha was informed today.
Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur said in a written reply that the Government also helps the pilgrims by deputation of Doctors and paramedics, coordinators, Assistant Haj Officers, Haj Assistants and Khadim-Ul-Hujjal to assist Hajis during Haj, setting up Hospitals, dispensaries and ambulances and supply of
medicines to Hajis in Makkah and Madinah, facilitating Air travel from 21 embarkation points in India to Jeddah and back.
She said the arrangements are reviewed at the Annual Haj Review Meeting and remedial action is taken on the basis of feedback received.
