J&K Leaders Urge Centre to Act on 52,000 Hajj Slot Cut
The recent decision by Saudi Arabia to cancel 52,000 Hajj slots for Indian pilgrims has sent shockwaves across Jammu and Kashmir. The move has left thousands of aspiring pilgrims in a state of distress and uncertainty, with many wondering if they will be able to fulfill their dream of performing the sacred journey. In response to this crisis, leaders from both the ruling and opposition parties in Jammu and Kashmir have urged the Centre to take swift action to ease the distress and restore the quota.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah was one of the first to react to the news, calling for immediate intervention by the Centre. “The cancellation of 52,000 Hajj slots is a major setback for the pilgrims of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. “I urge the Centre to speak with Saudi Arabia and take all necessary steps to ensure that the quota is restored.”
Mehbooba Mufti, the Chief of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), also weighed in on the issue, urging the Centre to take immediate action. “The cancellation of Hajj slots is a grave injustice to the pilgrims of Jammu and Kashmir,” she said. “I demand that the Centre intervenes and speaks with Saudi Arabia to restore the quota and ease the distress of the pilgrims.”
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah also appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak with Saudi Arabia and restore the quota. “The cancellation of Hajj slots is a matter of great concern for the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. “I request the Prime Minister to take immediate action and speak with Saudi Arabia to restore the quota and ensure that the pilgrims are able to fulfill their dream of performing Hajj.”
The cancellation of the 52,000 Hajj slots is a major setback for the pilgrims of Jammu and Kashmir, many of whom have been planning their trip for years. The Hajj pilgrimage is a sacred journey that many Muslims make once in their lifetime, and the cancellation of the slots has left many feeling disappointed and frustrated.
The reasons behind the cancellation of the Hajj slots are unclear, but it is believed that the decision was taken by Saudi Arabia due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. The pandemic has had a significant impact on international travel, and many countries have implemented strict measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
However, the cancellation of the Hajj slots has raised concerns over the fairness and transparency of the process. Many pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir have been left in limbo, with some having already made travel arrangements and others having cancelled their plans.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has also expressed its disappointment over the cancellation of the Hajj slots. “The cancellation of Hajj slots is a major setback for the pilgrims of Jammu and Kashmir,” said a government spokesperson. “We urge the Centre to take immediate action and speak with Saudi Arabia to restore the quota and ease the distress of the pilgrims.”
The controversy over the cancellation of the Hajj slots has also raised questions over the role of the Centre in ensuring the welfare of pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir. Many have questioned why the Centre did not act sooner to prevent the cancellation of the slots.
The cancellation of the Hajj slots is a reminder of the importance of effective communication and coordination between governments and other stakeholders. In a rapidly changing world, it is essential that governments and other stakeholders work together to ensure that the needs and concerns of pilgrims are addressed.
In conclusion, the cancellation of 52,000 Hajj slots for Indian pilgrims is a major setback for the pilgrims of Jammu and Kashmir. The leaders from both the ruling and opposition parties have urged the Centre to take swift action to ease the distress and restore the quota. It is essential that the Centre intervenes and speaks with Saudi Arabia to restore the quota and ensure that the pilgrims are able to fulfill their dream of performing Hajj.
