Home Affairs Minister Urges Regional Govts to Support Haji, Umrah Departure Reforms
Indonesia's Home Affairs Minister has called on regional governments (Pemda) to support reforms aimed at streamlining the departure process for the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages, signaling efforts to improve pilgrim convenience and efficiency.
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