DHAKA, April 10, 2026 (BSS) - The Ministry of Religious Affairs has urged the Hajj pilgrims to refrain from carrying narcotics, tobacco leaves and other prohibited items, warning them not to do so under the influence of Hajj agencies or any other parties. The Hajj Wing of the Ministry of Religious Affairs issued the warning through a press release today. The press release said that under Saudi laws, Hajj pilgrims are prohibited from carrying narcotic drugs, tobacco leaves, jarda, gul, betel leaves, dried fish, cooked food and other perishable items in their luggage. This may jeopardise the pilgrim's Hajj, and they may even be denied the opportunity to perform it. He stressed that no prohibited items should be carried under any circumstances.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 10, 2026 11:29 UTC