Garuda Pilot Association Assures Hajj Flights Will Proceed Despite Internal Issues

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Garuda Indonesia Pilot Association (APG) President, Ruli Wijaya, ensured that the internal conflict between the management and the Garuda employee union would not affect the hajj flight service. “I can ensure that nothing will disrupt the hajj flights, I guarantee it,” Ruli said during a press conference in Bintaro, South Tangerang, on … Read more

Hajj in Saudi: 1 dead, 99 pilgrims infected with pneumonia

Ninety-nine Indonesians who are in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj pilgrimage have contracted pneumonia, while one pilgrim has died, the Indonesian health ministry said. The announcement was made by Liliek Marhaendro Susilo, head of Indonesia’s Hajj Health Centre, in a statement released on Thursday, news agency Antara reported, “The rise in pneumonia cases among our … Read more

UAE urges Hajj pilgrims to complete vaccinations and follow health protocols

In addition to vaccinations, MoHAP outlined several important health and safety guidelines for pilgrims, including consulting with a doctor before travelling, ensuring an adequate supply of prescribed medications in original packaging, and carrying a comprehensive medical report outlining health conditions and dosage details. To support the health and well-being of pilgrims, Emirates Health Services (EHS) … Read more

Hajj 2025: Why Saudi Arabia urges pilgrims to use umbrellas for heat protection – Gulf News

Hajj 2025: Why Saudi Arabia urges pilgrims to use umbrellas for heat protection  Gulf News Ministry puts Hajj medical teams on 24/7 standby  ANTARA News Extreme Weather Ahead Of The Peak Of Hajj, Pilgrims Are Asked To Take Extra Care Of Their Health  VOI.ID Tips For The Deputy Minister Of Religion To Keep Hajj Candidates Healthy In The … Read more

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia launches multilingual health kit to protect pilgrims – Gulf News

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia launches multilingual health kit to protect pilgrims  Gulf News Ministry puts Hajj medical teams on 24/7 standby  ANTARA News Tips For The Deputy Minister Of Religion To Keep Hajj Candidates Healthy In The Holy Land  VOI.ID Hajj Candidates Are Advised To Fulfill Vitamin Intake So It’s Not Easy To Get Sick In The Holy … Read more

Soekarno-Hatta Airport Police Investigate Alleged Crime by Non-Procedural Hajj Organizers

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Criminal Investigation Unit of the Soekarno-Hatta Airport Police is investigating suspected criminal activity in connection with a recent surge in non-procedural Hajj departures over the past two months. Police have questioned organizers believed to have facilitated the travel of 36 individuals suspected of attempting to perform the Hajj pilgrimage using work or … Read more

Garuda Indonesia Prepares 14 Aircraft for 2025 Hajj Operation

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesia’s flag carrier, Garuda Indonesia, is preparing as many as 14 aircraft to serve Hajj pilgrims this year. Garuda’s President Director Wamildan Tsani Panjaitan said the company will carry 90,933 pilgrims in 2025, who will be flown from seven embarkation points. “With a total of 90,933 passengers to be carried from Banda Aceh, … Read more

Garuda Indonesia: Stronger Dollar Adds Rp1.1mn to 2025 Hajj Costs

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – President Director of national flag carrier PT Garuda Indonesia, Wamildan Tsani Panjaitan, has announced that the 2025 hajj costs have increased due to the strengthening of the US dollar against the Indonesian Rupiah. He stated that this rise in the US dollar’s exchange rate has led to an increase of Rp1.1 million … Read more

Indonesia Nears Final Stages of 2025 Hajj Preparations

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Indonesian Religious Affairs Minister, Nasaruddin Umar, conveyed that Saudi Arabia has almost completed the preparation process for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims. The statement was made by the Minister upon returning to the country after a working visit to Jordan. From Jordan, the minister was on a visit to Saudi Arabia to review preparations for … Read more