Srinagar, Apr 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Thursday deputed four police officers to Saudi Arabia for Haj-2026.
The officers have been relieved for temporary deputation to the Consulate General of India in Jeddah as Haj officers or superintendents, an order issued by the Home Department said.
Those selected including Superintendents of Police (SPs) Peerzada Aijaz Ahmad, Mohd Muzaffar Jan, Shahzada Kabir Matoo, and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) Burhan Ul Haq Kanth.
The deputation, effective from April 6, follows a communication from the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, dated December 29, 2025.
“The sanction is hereby accorded to the relieving of the following officers of J&K Police to the Consulate General of India, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for temporary deputation as Haj Officers/Haj Superintendents for Haj-2026,” reads the order issued by Principal Secretary Chandraker Bharti.
The officers will assist in managing arrangements for pilgrims from the Union Territory. (KNS)
