Tuesday 5 May 2026
           
Tuesday 5 May 2026
       
Over 46,000 Bangladeshi pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia; 9 reported dead
Staff Correspondent
Publish: Tuesday, 5 May, 2026, 1:24 PM

As of Tuesday morning, 46,514 Bangladeshi pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform the annual Hajj, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs.

The journey has been facilitated by 118 flights so far, with 4,071 pilgrims traveling under government management and 42,443 through private arrangements.

Deployment by Airline: Biman Bangladesh Airlines: 21,910 pilgrims (54 flights)

Saudia Airlines: 16,110 pilgrims (43 flights)

Flynas: 8,494 pilgrims (21 flights)

Recent Casualties
Tragically, the Ministry confirmed the deaths of nine pilgrims—eight men and one woman. Seven of the deaths occurred in Makkah, while two took place in Madinah.

Looking Ahead
With Hajj expected to begin on 26 May, a total of 78,500 Bangladeshis are anticipated to participate this year. While arrivals continue, the return phase is scheduled to start from Jeddah on 30 May, with all pilgrims expected back by the end of June.


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