Kishtwar, Jan 20: The First Phase of Orientation-cum-Training on Manasik-e-Hajj was imparted to the Haj Pilgrims of Kishtwar District, here on Tuesday.
A total of 55 persons, including 19 women and 36 men, selected for this year’s pilgrimage from the district, attended the orientation programme.
The training programme, as per an official statement, was held in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma. He emphasized the importance of proper orientation of the pilgrims for smooth and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.
The pilgrims were informed about the Manasik-e-Hajj, travel documents, accommodation arrangements, health-related precautions and other important guidelines necessary for undertaking the sacred journey.
The pilgrims were advised to strictly adhere to the scheduled dates and timings of the coming training sessions and to follow the guidelines issued by the Haj Committee from time to time.
