Wednesday, 5 July 2017

Ministry of Minority Affairs, India warns of Hajj scams

The Ministry of Minority Affairs, India has announced that scammers are publishing advertisements in print media implying that they have received Hajj 2017 quota allotments from the ministry.

The ministry said in a statement that 45,000 Hajj places have been allocated to 569 private tour operators (PTOs) for Hajj 2017. The list of the PTOs can be viewed online at its website, or at the national Hajj website.

"The general public and intending Hajj pilgrims desirous of availing the services of PTOs for Haj 2017 are hereby advised to check the above website and also make necessary enquiries and take precautions before engaging a PTO in order to avoid incidents of cheating by unscrupulous elements," the ministry said.

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