Preparations begin; Centre plans AI-enabled services, improved facilities for pilgrims Srinagar, Jun 19: After the successful culmination of Hajj-2026, the Union Government is mulling to announce the new Hajj-2027 policy soon. Officials informed Rising Kashmir that the preparations for Hajj-2027 have been initiated, while the new Hajj Policy is expected to be announced shortly, which would pave the way for an early application process for prospective pilgrims across the country. “Once the Haj Policy-2027 is unveiled, the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) will invite applications from intending pilgrims, allowing authorities to begin the selection and planning process well in advance,” they said.