Srinagar, May 30 -- Srinagar- With the first batch of Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir scheduled to return home from Saudi Arabia on June 2, concerns over new baggage restrictions have sparked resentment among pilgrims, many of whom fear delays and possible damage to their belongings after being informed that a major portion of their luggage will be transported separately by road from Ahmedabad to Srinagar.

Videos circulating from Mina, where pilgrims are currently staying ahead of their return journey, show several Hajis questioning the decision and demanding restoration of the traditional 40-kilogram baggage allowance.

The pilgrims said they had purchased gifts, religious items and personal belongings for their families and were w...