Union Minister Kiren Rijiju attends 6th Hajj Conference in Jeddah

Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju officially attended the inaugural ceremony of the 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. During this significant visit, he reaffirmed India's commitment to the successful management of Hajj 2027. He was accompanied on this trip by India's Consul General in Jeddah, Fahad Suri, and Joint Secretary of the Hajj Division, Mohammad Afzal. The primary objective of this conference is to make the Hajj pilgrimage more accessible and secure.

According to a report by The Hindu, on Sunday, November 8, 2026, Minister Kiren Rijiju participated in the official meeting of heads of delegations. This meeting was chaired by Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah. During the meeting, the Indian side appreciated the continuous efforts made by the leadership of Saudi Arabia for the welfare of Hajj pilgrims. The Minister stated in a post on the social media platform 'X' that the partnership between India and Saudi Arabia is growing stronger, with pilgrim welfare and the successful organization of Hajj 2027 being our shared priorities.

According to the Indian Consulate in Jeddah, this ministerial conference placed special emphasis on the strong ties between India and Saudi Arabia. During the event, Minister Kiren Rijiju, along with visiting ministers from other countries, also interacted with Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of the Makkah region. The purpose of this interaction was to improve arrangements related to the Hajj pilgrimage and enhance international cooperation. The Indian delegation held discussions with Saudi authorities to ensure that Hajj pilgrims receive the best facilities.

Kiren Rijiju serves as the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs in the Government of India. He is a politician from Arunachal Pradesh and has previously held responsibilities in various key ministries in the central government. As Minister of Minority Affairs, he plays a key role in the organization of the Hajj pilgrimage and the implementation of policies for the safety and convenience of Indian pilgrims. The Government of India makes comprehensive arrangements for the Hajj pilgrimage every year, for which diplomatic dialogue with Saudi Arabia remains extremely important. His presence at this conference reflects India's seriousness towards the Hajj pilgrimage and its friendly relations with Saudi Arabia. As part of the preparations and planning for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, India's position was strongly presented on this international platform.