Hajj sponsorship Scheme extended by govt till Friday next

Hajj sponsorship Scheme has been extended by the government of Pakistan the till Friday next, whereas the date for receiving applications under the regular Hajj scheme ended today (Friday, March 31).

According to the details, this was stated by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony in a statement on Friday.

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The Ministry of Religious Affairs said that the decision to extend the date for the Hajj sponsorship scheme has been taken due to difficulties confronted by overseas Pakistanis in transferring funds for the purpose.

It is pertinent to mention that all applicants under Sponsorship Scheme will be declared successful without balloting. The Ministry advised the Hajj applicants to remain in touch with the designated banks for further information and processes.

Meanwhile, designated branches of all commercial banks will remain open tomorrow and Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm to collect Hajj Applications from the intended pilgrims.