The Union Ministry of Minority Affairs has initiated training for State Haj Inspectors (SHIs) in operational protocols and coordination at the Haj House in Mumbai. The two-day training session, held at Haj House, aims to equip SHIs for their roles during the upcoming Haj season in Saudi Arabia. This training focuses on familiarizing SHIs with operational protocols, coordination mechanisms, welfare measures, and challenges to ensure smooth facilitation for Indian Haj pilgrims.
The programme, conducted on January 24-25, emphasizes preparing SHIs comprehensively for their responsibilities during the forthcoming Haj season in Saudi Arabia. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, highlighted the crucial role of State Haj Inspectors in ensuring the safety and dignity of Haj pilgrims. The training session also featured insights from Sahnavas C, CEO of the Haj Committee of India, on operational aspects and coordination with stakeholders during the Haj pilgrimage.
Nazeem Ahmed, Director (Haj) at the Ministry of Minority Affairs, briefed participants on administrative procedures, standard operating protocols, and the significance of timely grievance redressal. Health and safety aspects during Haj were covered by Swasthicharan, Deputy Director General at the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, who emphasized public health preparedness, preventive measures, and coordination with medical teams to address health-related issues of pilgrims. The training program includes sessions on pilgrim facilitation, accommodation and transport management, health and safety protocols, emergency response, coordination with Saudi authorities, and the use of digital platforms for monitoring and grievance redressal.
The two-day training program will conclude with interactive sessions and discussions on Sunday, aimed at further enhancing the preparedness of State Haj Inspectors for the upcoming Haj season.
