Srinagar, August 18: Farooq Khan, advisor to the Jammu and Kashmir governor, on today received the first batch of Haj pilgrims who arrived here from Saudi Arabia.
He also reviewed arrangements made for the return of the pilgrims to their respective destinations from the airport due to some restrictions imposed in the state following abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status.
He congratulated the pilgrims on performing the Haj and enquired about their well being. During his interaction, Khan was informed by the pilgrims that they prayed for the lasting peace and prosperity of the state.
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