Religious Adviser Dr. A F M Khalid Hussain said, “People become obsessed with power, even to the point of killing thousands. But remember, God does not accept the Hajj of thieves, robbers, and the corrupt.” He clarified that the responsibility for implementing Qawmi certification lies with the Education Ministry, not his office, though he has received assurances from other advisers. He noted that this year’s Hajj cost was reduced by BDT 100,000 and reiterated that no one can now perform Hajj at the government’s expense.