Major Evaluation Planned for Next Year's Hajj Season, Including Mina Issues

Following the conclusion of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage, Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs intends to conduct a thorough evaluation of the entire operation. Irjen Dendi Suryadi, Inspector General of the Ministry, stated that this comprehensive review will serve as the foundation for improvements in subsequent Hajj seasons.

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Next year there will be a major evaluation internally in the ministry, then there will be an evaluation from outside parties from the DPR, from the BPK, and others.

The evaluation process will not be confined to internal ministry assessments. It will also incorporate oversight from external institutions, including the House of Representatives (DPR) and the Audit Board (BPK). This multi-faceted approach aims to gather diverse perspectives and ensure a robust assessment of the Hajj management.

Dendi Suryadi specifically addressed feedback from Commission VIII of the DPR regarding the conditions of tents in Mina, a significant point of concern during this year's Hajj. He acknowledged that the issue is intrinsically linked to the limited space available in Mina, which must accommodate millions of pilgrims globally. Finding solutions for capacity and comfort in Mina remains an ongoing challenge that requires collaboration with the Saudi Arabian government.

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Indeed, one of the crucial points is in Mina, because the capacity of the Mina area itself is limited.

Suryadi noted that the 2026 Hajj marked the first time the Ministry of Religious Affairs, as a newly formed entity, managed the pilgrimage. He views the various dynamics encountered during the operation as valuable learning experiences. The ministry aims to refine its services based on these insights to enhance the quality of care provided to pilgrims in the future.

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Of course, there are many things, because this is the first task, I think there are definitely many things we will find. From that experience, we can learn and refine it again.