'18 Pakistani Pilgrims Died During Hajj 2025' - Daily News Update

'18 Pakistani pilgrims died during Hajj 2025' - Daily news Update

Pilgrims make their way to Mina during Hajj pilgrimage from the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, June 4.2025. — Reuters/Saudi Press Agency ISLAMABAD: The recent Hajj 2025 pilgrimage was attended by pilgrims with the host Saudi authorities scrambling to avoid last year’s 1,000-plus deaths in sweltering heat. Around 1.4 million pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia ahead of the Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam that must be performed at least on…

18 Pakistani Pilgrims Pass Away During Hajj 2025

Despite improved safety efforts during this year’s pilgrimage, Hajj 2025 pilgrims from Pakistan faced tragedy as 18 people lost their lives in Saudi Arabia. Health Complications Behind Deaths According to ministry sources, the majority of the pilgrims who passed away suffered from heart-related issues and other pre-existing health conditions. All were buried in Jannatul Baqi, the historic cemetery in Medina. However, this year’s death toll marks…

At least 18 Pakistani Pilgrims Pass Away During Hajj 2025

At least 18 Pakistani pilgrims have died during the 2025 Hajj in Saudi Arabia, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs. Among the deceased were 10 men and 8 women, mostly elderly, who reportedly succumbed to heart attacks and other health issues. All were laid to rest in the revered Jannat al-Baqi cemetery in Medina. This figure marks a decline compared to 35 Pakistani deaths during last year’s pilgrimage. Experts attribute the reduced mo…