Srinagar, June 3 -- Srinagar- The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has issued an advisory for intending pilgrims, asking them to keep their passports ready ahead of the official announcement for Haj-2027 (1448 Hijri).

According to a circular issued by the HCoI under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has initiated the preparatory process for Haj-2027 by issuing the "Preparation Document for Haj 1448 H" on May 29, 2026.

The circular, accessed by Kashmir Observer, states that the official Haj announcement for Haj-2027 is expected shortly, and all those planning to perform Haj through the HCoI should ensure their passports meet the prescribed requirements well in adv...