Omar sees off 1st batch of Hajj pilgrims

SRINAGAR: The 1st batch of Hajj pilgrims were seen off Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Srinagar Airport this morning. The Minister of State for Hajj, Ajaz Ahmad Khan was also present on the occasion.

The Chief Minister while interacting with Hajj pilgrims prayed for their good health and successful performance of the Hajj. He enquired from them about the facilities provided by the concerned agencies at the Hajj House, Airport and other places to them. The Chief Minister expressed the hope that the operation of direct flights from Srinagar to Madinah Sharief by Indian Airlines will make the journey of Hajjis hassle-free. (KMW News)