350 Indonesian Hajj Pilgrims Died in 2026, Over 100 Fewer Than Last Year

Indonesia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Mochamad Irfan Yusuf, announced that 350 Indonesian pilgrims died during the 2026 Hajj. While acknowledging this number is still significant, he noted it represents a decrease of over 100 deaths compared to the previous year.

"This year, to date, 350 pilgrims have died. This is a considerable number in our view. But thank God, it is still lower than last year, by more than 100," Yusuf stated upon welcoming the first returning Hajj officials at Soekarno-Hatta Airport.

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This year, to date, 350 pilgrims have died. This is a considerable number in our view. But thank God, it is still lower than last year, by more than 100.

He highlighted the reduction in fatalities as an achievement for this year's Hajj organization. However, the government plans to reinforce health eligibility standards for prospective pilgrims in the upcoming seasons. "Although it is not a satisfactory achievement, next year we will immediately tighten and strengthen the health eligibility for our pilgrims again," he said.

Yusuf also confirmed that no Indonesian pilgrims remain in Mecca, with the exception of those receiving medical treatment in Saudi Arabian hospitals.

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Although it is not a satisfactory achievement, next year we will immediately tighten and strengthen the health eligibility for our pilgrims again.