Saudi Government Appoints Two Sharias For Hajj 2026, House Of Representatives Commission VIII: Gives The Best Service For Congregations

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JAKARTA - The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah ensures that the Saudi Arabian government appoints two Hajj service providers (syarikah) for the implementation of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. The two sharia are Raken Mashariq Al Mutayizah Company for Pilgrim Service and Albait Guest.

Member of Commission VIII of the DPR, Maman Imanul Haq, asked the Indonesian government through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Republic of Indonesia to ensure that the two sharia provide optimal service for Indonesian pilgrims so that the implementation of worship takes place comfortably.

The appointment of two sharia must be accompanied by a commitment to provide the best service for Indonesian pilgrims. The Ministry of Hajj must carry out strict and periodic supervision so that services are truly optimal," said Maman, Thursday, October 30.

For information, the appointment of two sharia is carried out through a gradual selection process.

From a total of 167 registrants, the number has narrowed to 19 sharia. After field verification to 18, then six sharia through price negotiations, until finally two sharia were selected.

Maman reminded that each sharia must be able to serve up to 100,000 pilgrims. According to him, sharia is required to provide the needs of the congregation including accommodation, consumption, transportation, and health services.

He explained that the government and sharia had agreed to provide a food menu with a taste of the archipelago. For accommodation, the hotel distance in Makkah is set a maximum of 4.5 kilometers from the Grand Mosque, while in Medina a maximum of 1 kilometer from the Prophet's Mosque.

Maman also asked that the 2026 Hajj be carried out effectively, efficiently, transparently, and responsibly to ensure the comfort and protection of the congregation.

"All parties must be committed to providing the best service for the congregation. Comfort in worship must be a priority," he said.