Pakistan, Oct. 5 -- The Ministry of Religious Affairs has started collecting the second instalment from pilgrims selected under Pakistan's government Hajj scheme. The ministry said successful applicants can deposit the second payment from October 5 to October 20. Pilgrims must complete the payment within the announced deadline to retain their Hajj applications.

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The ministry spokesperson said applicants must upload a medical fitness certificate before submitting the second instalment. The requirement aims to ensure that pilgrims complete the necessary health formalities before travelling for the religious pilgrimage. Applicants have been advised to complete the process within the specifi...