ISLAMABAD: A Pakistani pilgrim couple celebrated the birth of a baby boy during this year’s Hajj and named him Muhammad, the Pakistani religion ministry said on Thursday.
The beautiful moment unfolded in the holy city of Madinah as the Pakistani couple from Balochistan welcomed the newborn, according to the Pakistani religious affairs ministry.
The Pakistan Hajj Medical Mission in Madinah is ensuring both mother and baby received required medical attention, while officials from the Saudi Hajj ministry also visited the mission to celebrate the occasion.
“They (Saudi officials) warmly congratulated and blessed the newborn’s parents, sharing in their happiness,” the Pakistani religious affairs ministry said in a statement.
“During the ceremony, gifts were given to baby Muhammad and his delighted parents, marking the beginning of a blessed journey for the infant.”
Abdul Wahab Soomro, a senior Pakistani Hajj official, expressed his best wishes to the family on the occasion.
“This joyful event will remain a cherished memory for the proud parents, connecting them deeply to the holy city of Madinah,” he was quoted as saying.
“Such moments reflect the unity, hope, and renewal that define this sacred journey for millions worldwide.”
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. At least 160,000 Pakistanis attended this year’s annual pilgrimage, which ran from June 14 till June 19.
The post-Hajj flight operation by the Pakistani government is currently underway to bring back these Pakistanis.
Pakistani pilgrim couple welcomes baby boy during Hajj 2024
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Pakistani pilgrim couple welcomes baby boy during Hajj 2024
- The baby was born in Madinah to pilgrim couple from Pakistan’s Balochistan province
- Pakistani religion ministry says Saudi Hajj officials visited mission to celebrate the occasion
Pakistan Airports Authority reports ‘historic’ twin-engine aircraft landing in Lahore
- Twin-engine aircraft are usually larger, heavier and require better airport infrastructure, navigation systems to land
- Pakistan Airports Authority says landing reflects its commitment to enhance aviation sector, strengthen infrastructure
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced on Saturday that the New General Aviation Aerodrome achieved a significant milestone when it handled the landing of a twin-engine aircraft.
A twin-engine aircraft has two engines that provide it redundancy and increased performance compared to single-engine counterparts. These aircraft range from small twin-engine propeller planes to large commercial jetliners. The presence of multiple engines enhances safety by allowing the aircraft to continue flying in the event of an engine failure.
However, twin-engine aircraft are usually larger, heavier and more complex than single-engine planes. They require advanced airport infrastructure such as better runways, navigation systems and air traffic coordination.
“The New General Aviation Aerodrome, Lahore achieved another significant operational milestone today with the successful landing of a twin-engine aircraft, following the recent arrival of a single-engine aircraft,” the PAA said in a statement.
It said the flight was also boarded by Air Vice Marshal Zeeshan Saeed, the director general of the PAA. The move reflected “strong institutional confidence” in the aerodrome’s safety standards, operational capability, and overall readiness, it added.
“The landing was conducted with exceptional precision and professionalism, demonstrating the aerodrome’s robust operational framework, technical preparedness, and effective airside coordination in accordance with contemporary aviation requirements,” the PAA said.
It said the landing represented a “major advancement” in Pakistan’s general aviation sector and underscores the PAA’s commitment to enhancing regional aviation capacity, strengthening infrastructure and promoting excellence in aviation development.
