New Delhi, Jan 29: The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) on Thursday introduced an online self-booking facility for flight tickets for Haj-2026 pilgrims, a move aimed at enhancing transparency, convenience and operational efficiency.
Under the new system, pilgrims can book their flights directly through the pilgrim login on the HCoI website and the Haj Suvidha App. According to a circular issued by the committee, the optional facility will be available for a limited period of four days starting January 29, 2026.
The initiative allows pilgrims to choose flights based on seat availability and operational constraints. Those who do not opt for self-booking within the stipulated period will be allotted flights by the Haj Committee without considering individual preferences regarding travel date or flight.
The HCoI clarified that no requests for change of flight or travel date through offline modes such as letters or emails will be entertained. Once a flight is booked, no changes will be permitted.
As per the guidelines, pilgrims travelling under Johfa, LWM and Rubath categories, and those from certain small states and Union Territories where transportation is arranged by State Haj Committees, will not be eligible for self-booking. Their flights will be allotted solely by the HCoI.
The committee also reserved the right to modify flight schedules or cancel journeys in case of operational or administrative exigencies. State Haj Committees have been directed to publicise the initiative widely and assist pilgrims, who have also been advised to join the official Haj Committee WhatsApp channel for timely updates. (KNC)
