Hyderabad, June 12 -- The return journey of Haj 2026 pilgrims to Hyderabad began on Friday, June 12, with the first batch arriving safely at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad, at 6 am after completing the annual pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.

The Telangana State Haj Committee made elaborate arrangements to welcome the returning pilgrims. Family members, relatives and well-wishers gathered at the airport to receive the Hajis.

Haj chairman greets pilgrims upon arrival

Telangana State Haj Committee chairman Syed Shah Ghulam Afzal Biyabani, popularly known as Khusro Pasha, led the reception and greeted the pilgrims upon their arrival. He was joined by Haj Committee executive officer Mohammed Asadullah, committee member...