After 20 years of waiting, Pakistani couple begins smooth Hajj journey through Makkah Route Initiative

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th May, 2026) Pakistani pilgrim Muhammad Afzal and his wife began their long-awaited Hajj journey through the Makkah Route Initiative lounge at Lahore Airport, where advanced facilities and smooth procedures eased the stress of travel for the couple after two decades of waiting to fulfill their dream.

According to SPA, the couple’s journey marked the culmination of 20 years of patience, sacrifice and devotion, during which they consistently placed their spiritual goal above worldly comforts.

Upon entering the initiative’s dedicated lounge at the airport, the stress and anxiety usually associated with travel gave way to a smooth and organized process supported by advanced technology and streamlined procedures.

The report said the calm expressions on the couple’s faces reflected the story of a family that had made Hajj a lifelong aspiration, a journey built on years of perseverance, faith, and selflessness that would remain a lasting memory for their children.

The Makkah Route Initiative enables pilgrims to complete immigration, health verification, and luggage procedures before departure, allowing them to travel more comfortably and proceed directly to their accommodations in Makkah and Madinah upon arrival in Saudi Arabia.