ISLAMABAD: Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi, the Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC) chairman and patron-in-chief of the Hajj Organizers Association of Pakistan (HOAP), on Thursday urged Pakistani pilgrims not to engage in political activities during the Hajj pilgrimage as he unveiled a comprehensive code of conduct for Pakistanis, who would be performing Hajj through private operators.
Ashrafi emphasized the importance of booking Hajj journeys only through authorized operators and cautioned intending pilgrims against fraudulent groups active on social media platforms, according to the PUC, an umbrella group of religious scholars and organizations.
He discouraged pilgrims from engaging in 鈥渄isruptive behavior,鈥� such as taking selfies and videos during Hajj rituals, which could cause inconvenience to fellow pilgrims, stressing the need to focus on religious duties and maintaining decorum for a seamless pilgrimage.
鈥淎shrafi urged pilgrims to refrain from engaging in political activities during the Hajj season, particularly at Haramain Sharifain and other sacred sites in 萝莉视频,鈥� the PUC said in a statement.
鈥淗e underscored that such actions are not only contrary to Islamic teachings and Shariah but also reflect poorly on Pakistan in the international community.鈥�
In 2022, the Madinah police had arrested at least five Pakistani nationals for 鈥渁busing and insulting鈥� then Pakistani information minister Marriyum Aurangzeb and minister for narcotics control Shahzain Bugti at the Prophet鈥檚 Mosque in the city. 
Videos shared online showed some individuals chanting slogans as the ministers, who were part of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif鈥檚 delegation, visited the Prophet鈥檚 Mosque. In Pakistan, police had also registered cases against former prime minister Imran Khan and members of his party for sloganeering against the Pakistani delegation under a 鈥減lanned-out scheme and conspiracy.鈥� 
The code of conduct, grounded in the Holy Qur鈥檃n and the Hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), underscores the necessity of undertaking Hajj with halal wealth, refraining from disputes, and embodying dignity and humility throughout the pilgrimage, according to the PUC.
It highlights the sacredness of the Hajj period and the significance of sincere intention solely for the pleasure of Allah.
鈥淗ajj without official permission is strictly prohibited according to Islamic principles and the law of the land,鈥� Ashrafi said, urging Pakistanis in 萝莉视频 to refrain from unauthorized pilgrimage.
鈥淚ndividuals caught without proper authorization would face consequences, potentially tarnishing the reputation of the country.鈥�
The PUC urged pilgrims to acquire comprehensive knowledge of the rituals and seek guidance when needed.
鈥淭hey must adhere to the guidelines set by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony and appointed leaders of Hajj and Umrah groups, prioritizing obedience to Allah and His commandments,鈥� it said.
鈥淧atience is emphasized in facing challenges, be it delays at airports or congestion on roads.鈥�
The PUC said the code of conduct was aimed at ensuring a 鈥渟piritually enriching and harmonious鈥� pilgrimage, rooted in devotion, humility, and obedience to Allah鈥檚 commandments.
Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage that has been in practice for over 1,400 years. It is one of the five pillars of Islam, and requires every adult Muslim to undertake the journey to the holy Islamic sites in Makkah at least once in their lifetime, if they are financially and physically able.
Pakistan has a Hajj quota of 179,210 pilgrims this year. Of them, 63,805 pilgrims will be performing the pilgrimage under the government scheme, while the rest would be accommodated by private tour operators, according to the Pakistani religious affairs ministry. The South Asian country is set to start its Hajj flight operation on May 9, which would conclude on June 9.
This year鈥檚 pilgrimage is expected to run from June 14 till June 19.