The government has designated the Ministry of Minority Affairs as the nodal ministry for the Haj Committee, taking over from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). This change includes new rules and the nomination of officers from various ministries to the committee.
The Ministry of Minority Affairs now oversees the Haj Committee, previously managed by the MEA.
The new rules are called the Haj Committee (Amendment) Rules, 2024, replacing “Ministry of External Affairs” with “Ministry of Minority Affairs” in the Haj Committee Rules, 2002.
Officers from the ministries of external affairs, home affairs, finance, and civil aviation will be nominated as ex-officio members of the committee.
Manages coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Haj Committee of India (HCoI), and Consulate General of India (CGI) in Jeddah.
Handles matters related to the Haj Committee of India and the administration of the Haj Committee Act, 2002.
Grants necessary approvals to Haj-related proposals from CGI, Jeddah.
Ensures the supply of medicines and medical equipment for hospitals/dispensaries set up by CGI, Jeddah, for pilgrims’ welfare.
Oversees the selection of administrative and medical/paramedical staff for short-term deputation to CGI, Jeddah.
Manages the registration of Private Tour Operators (PTOs) and allocation of Haj Quota to PTOs.
Responds to RTIs, Parliament Questions, and court cases related to Haj matters.
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