The Hajj quota for Bangladesh has been increased by 5,000 to 83,500 for the 2027 pilgrimage season. The development was confirmed by relevant sources late Tuesday night.

Quota Increase Details

Under the new decision, a total of 83,500 pilgrims from Bangladesh will be able to travel to Saudi Arabia in 2027. The previous quota for Bangladesh was 78,500. The increase was finalised following discussions with the Saudi authorities.

Context and Significance

As one of the world's largest Muslim-majority nations, the quota increase holds significant importance for Bangladesh. The quota is determined each year considering the pressure of pilgrims and the number of applications. With the new quota in effect, more citizens will have the opportunity to perform the holy Hajj.

Next Steps

The government is expected to finalise the registration process and flight management preparations in the coming months. The Ministry of Religious Affairs will issue detailed guidelines on this matter soon.