Prime Minister Tareq Rahman is scheduled to inaugurate the first Hajj flight from Bangladesh on Friday, April 17, at 12:30 a.m. The announcement was confirmed by Religious Affairs Minister Mofazzal Hossain Kaikobad. Preparations are in their final stages at the Ashkona Hajj Camp to ensure smooth operations for the pilgrimage season.

This year, a total of 78,500 Bangladeshi pilgrims are set to perform Hajj. Immigration procedures for the Saudi Arabian segment are being completed in Bangladesh as in previous years. On the first day, 13 flights operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Flynas, and Saudia Airlines will carry pilgrims to Saudi Arabia.

A 171-member medical team has already arrived in Saudi Arabia, with an additional 150 personnel expected to assist pilgrims. However, travel agencies have expressed concerns about potential difficulties in Mina, Arafah, and Muzdalifah due to new regulations introduced by the Saudi government.