+
 
For the best experience, open
m.thewire.in
on your mobile browser or Download our App.
You are reading an older article which was published on
Sep 03, 2020

Watch: How COVID-19 Ruined People's Haj Dreams

Outsiders were not allowed to visit Mecca for the Haj this year.
Support Free & Independent Journalism

Good morning, we need your help!

Since 2015, The Wire has fearlessly delivered independent journalism, holding truth to power.

Despite lawsuits and intimidation tactics, we persist with your support. Contribute as little as ₹ 200 a month and become a champion of free press in India.

By March, almost two lakh hajis had applied to visit Mecca. They were scheduled to visit Mecca in June. However, this time only a limited number of people performed Haj because of mobilisation restrictions due to the novel coronavirus. Outsiders were not allowed to go.

Make a contribution to Independent Journalism
More in Video :
Video

What A Second Trump Presidency Means for the US, India and the World

 View More
facebook twitter