Pakistan, Aug. 13 -- Pakistani-origin card (POC) holders will now be able to perform Hajj under Pakistan's allocated quota. According to sources, one percent of Pakistan's total Hajj quota will be reserved for POC holders. The new arrangement will allow eligible Pakistani-origin individuals to perform the pilgrimage through Pakistan's quota. This development provides a new opportunity for overseas people who previously held Pakistani citizenship.

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Sources said POC holders will be eligible for both government and private Hajj schemes. Therefore, they will have the option to choose between the two available arrangements. Saudi Arabia has reportedly approved the inclusion of POC holders in ...