Hajj 2025: 18 Pakistani Pilgrims Pass Away Amidst Record Attendance

Tragic Loss During Hajj 2025

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has reported that 18 Pakistani pilgrims tragically lost their lives during the Hajj pilgrimage in 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Among the deceased were 10 men and 8 women, primarily elderly individuals who succumbed to heart-related issues and other health complications. All the deceased were laid to rest in Jannatul Baqi. This year's fatalities are notably lower than in 2024, when 35 Pakistani pilgrims died during the Hajj.

The Hajj 2025 witnessed an impressive turnout of 1,673,230 pilgrims globally, with 1,506,576 coming from 171 different countries.

Saudi records indicate that 166,654 domestic pilgrims participated this year, achieving one of the most balanced gender distributions in Hajj history, with 877,841 men and 795,389 women.

In response to last year's alarming death toll of 1,301 due to extreme temperatures reaching 51.8°C (125°F), Saudi officials implemented extensive cooling measures.

These precautions included the creation of shaded areas, cooling stations, and the deployment of medical teams to safeguard the health of the pilgrims. Additionally, strict regulations on unauthorized pilgrims helped to manage crowd density and improve security at the holy sites.

The conclusion of the Hajj coincides with the celebration of Eid al-Adha, a festive occasion characterized by the sacrifice of animals such as goats, sheep, cows, bulls, or camels. According to the General Authority for Statistics, the majority of pilgrims arrived by air (1,435,017), while 66,465 traveled by land and 5,094 by sea. As the repatriation process for Hajj 2025 begins, authorities are committed to ensuring a safe and efficient return for all pilgrims.