Indonesian lawmakers praise Hajj transformation but note shortcomings

Indonesian lawmakers have lauded the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage, describing it as a "leap in transformation" compared to previous years. However, they also pointed out that challenges remain.

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We must convey honestly what is what, this year's Hajj implementation has made a leap in transformation.

Cucun Ahmad Syamsurijal, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR), stated that while the pilgrimage saw significant improvements, "things happened outside of predictions." He cited insufficient accommodation in Mina and other issues during the peak of the pilgrimage as areas needing attention. "The indicators of Hajj success are Arafah, Muzdalifah, Mina. We still have notes," he said, indicating that these observations would be discussed in an evaluation meeting with policymakers and presented to a plenary session.

Previously, the Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs, Mochamad Irfan Yusuf, had expressed appreciation for the Indonesian pilgrims' cooperation and adherence to instructions during the Arafah, Muzdalifah, and Mina phases. "I express my appreciation to the Indonesian Hajj pilgrims for their orderliness in undergoing the Hajj rituals. Thanks also to all the officers who worked with full dedication. May the Indonesian Hajj pilgrims have a mabrur Hajj," the minister said in Mecca.

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The indicators of Hajj success are Arafah, Muzdalifah, Mina. We still have notes.

The peak of the Hajj rituals in Mina officially concluded on the 13th of Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 H. All Indonesian pilgrims who opted for the "nafar tsani" (second departure) left their tents in Mina and returned to their hotels in Mecca safely and smoothly. The minister expressed gratitude for the smooth progress of this year's peak Hajj phases, attributing the success of the Mina phase to the collective effort of all organizers, staff, and pilgrims.

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I express my appreciation to the Indonesian Hajj pilgrims for their orderliness in undergoing the Hajj rituals. Thanks also to all the officers who worked with full dedication. May the Indonesian Hajj pilgrims have a mabrur Hajj.