LAHORE: With the aim to facilitate Hajj pilgrims, Customs Preventive has established counters for speedy clearance of the pilgrims at Allama Iqbal International Airport.
A first private Hajj flight carrying 161 pilgrims departed for Medina Munawwarah from the airport. Federal Secretary for Religious Affairs Khalid Masood Chaudhry and Lahore Hajj Director Saeed Ahmad Malik saw off the pilgrims while senior customs officers were also present during first flight operation.
Talking to media on this occasion, the secretary said that all possible efforts have been made to provide best facilities to the pilgrims. He said that different facilities like air conditioned rooms, comfortable traveling, quality food and others have been ensured for the pilgrims.