JAKARTA - Deputy Minister of Hajj, Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak, gave clarification regarding the plan for a scheme to send umrah pilgrims through the Hajj dormitory in a Public Hearing (RDP) with the DPR RI Legislation Agency. He emphasized that this scheme is optional and not mandatory.
This step, said Dahnil, was taken as an effort by the government to provide extra services and facilitate the departure process of pilgrims in the country.
One Stop Service for the Convenience of the Community
Dahnil explained that this scheme was designed to cut down on the often tiring administrative process at the airport. With this system, the Hajj dormitory will serve as a one-stop service center.
"Pilgrims can perform manasik, check-in, and boarding directly at the Hajj dormitory. So, when they arrive at the airport, they can immediately board the plane without having to go through a long administrative process," said Dahnil when contacted by VOI Friday, February 13.
Supporting the Hajj Economic Ecosystem and National Airlines
Apart from efficiency, this plan is a follow-up to the President's direction to strengthen the haj economic ecosystem, including providing support to national airlines such as Garuda Indonesia.
Some of the main points of this new scheme include:
Integrated Process: Rituals, administration, and boarding are carried out in one location (Hajj Dormitory). Time Efficiency: Reduce long queues and tiring processes at airport departure terminals. National Flight Support: Encourage the use of national airlines for the departure of pilgrims.The State's Duty to Protect the Community
Dahnil again emphasized that the government would not limit the choice of pilgrims who wanted to leave independently or through existing regular channels.
"Independent Umrah is protected by law. We can't force it. This is about diversifying services. The more choices, the better for the congregation to choose the safest and most comfortable," he said.
The state's task, according to Dahnil, is to ensure the best protection and service for every congregation. "The congregation is the most important. Protection and service are our priorities," he concluded.
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