ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Pilgrims traveling to Iran and Iraq have been asked to ensure prior flight confirmation and alternative travel arrangements.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has issued an important travel advisory for Pakistani pilgrims and Ziarat Group Organizers traveling to Iran and Iraq, instructing them to ensure prior confirmation of flights and alternative travel arrangements.
The spokesperson has instructed pilgrims to definitely confirm their respective flights, especially Iranian flights, before departure to Iran or Iraq, or before traveling between the two countries.
Furthermore, pilgrims traveling by air between Tehran or Mashhad and Najaf should avoid relying on uncertain flights and ensure alternative travel arrangements in advance, the ministry added.
The spokesperson further said that in view of flight cancellations or any emergency situation, pilgrims should also keep sufficient funds with them for alternative land or air travel between Iran and Iraq and for expenses of additional stay and food so that they do not face difficulties during the journey.
The Ministry has also directed all registered Ziarat Group Organizers (ZGOs) not to rely on unconfirmed Iranian flights and to inform all pilgrims included in their groups about the travel advisory before the journey.
Pilgrims urged to follow instructions
The Religious Affairs spokesperson has urged pilgrims and Ziarat Group Organizers to follow the issued instructions and take necessary precautions to make their journey safe and uninterrupted.
According to the Religious Affairs spokesperson, this advisory has been issued in light of instructions received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the advice of the Pakistani Embassy in Baghdad.
