2027 Hajj Cost Subsidies, MUI States No Conflict with Istitha'ah Principle
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has stated that the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage cost subsidies do not contradict the principle of 'Istitha'ah' (economic and physical capability), a fundamental requirement for pilgrimage in Islamic law. This statement addresses concerns over rising pilgrimage costs impacting some faithful, in the context of government support measures.
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