Call for Fair Haj Fares and Increased Quota by Kerala Leader
Demand for fair Haj fares and higher quota
The Hindu
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Thodiyoor Muhammad Kunju Moulavi, General Secretary of Dakshina Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama, has urged the Indian Central government to implement a global tender process for Haj ticket pricing to prevent exploitation of pilgrims. He also called for an increase in the Haj quota to better serve the local Muslim population.
- 01Thodiyoor Muhammad Kunju Moulavi advocates for fair ticket pricing for Haj pilgrims.
- 02He criticizes airlines for charging exorbitant fares and additional fees.
- 03A global tender process for ticket pricing is proposed to curb exploitation.
- 04Moulavi calls for an increased Haj quota based on population.
- 05The remarks were made during a farewell ceremony for Haj pilgrims in Perumpuzha, Kerala.
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During a farewell ceremony in Perumpuzha, Kerala, Thodiyoor Muhammad Kunju Moulavi (General Secretary of Dakshina Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama) criticized the high fares charged by airlines for Haj travel. He urged the Indian Central government to implement a global tender process to ensure fair pricing and prevent the exploitation of Haj pilgrims. Moulavi specifically condemned the additional fees imposed on travelers from Karipur and emphasized the need for an increase in the Haj quota to accommodate the growing Muslim population. His remarks highlight the ongoing concerns regarding the affordability and accessibility of the pilgrimage for believers.
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If the government acts on these demands, it could make Haj more accessible and affordable for many pilgrims from Kerala.
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