B Mirror Report: The government has formed an executive committee to ensure smooth management of Hajj activities, according to a gazette notification issued on Sunday.

The committee will be chaired by Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain Kaikobad. The notification was signed by Additional Secretary of the Cabinet Division Md. Humayun Kabir.

As per the gazette, the committee includes secretaries from key ministries such as Home, Public Administration and Finance, along with heads of relevant government agencies.

The committee has been tasked with preparing an action plan for efficient Hajj management, approving Hajj packages and supervising the implementation of decisions taken by the national committee.

The chairman will preside over all meetings, while any nominated member may chair sessions if required. The committee will meet as necessary and may include additional members when needed.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs will provide secretarial support to the committee.

The notification also stated that the previous order issued on October 2, 2024 regarding Hajj management has been cancelled.