In terms of Section 21 1 of the Haj Committee Act 2002 read with rule 5 of Delhi Haj Committee Rules

## Report on the Notification Regarding the Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi on July 2, 2021, concerning the Delhi State Haj Committee. The notification formally announces the election and subsequent appointment of Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad as the Chairperson of the Delhi State Haj Committee. The core purpose is to officially recognize Mr. Ahmad as the head of the committee, thereby enabling the committee to function under his leadership. This report details the background, legal basis, and implications of this notification. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide an informative overview of the notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi on July 2, 2021, regarding the appointment of the Chairperson of the Delhi State Haj Committee. The analysis is based solely on the text of the notification provided. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification pertains to the Delhi State Haj Committee, operating under the Haj Committee Act, 2002, and the Delhi Haj Committee Rules, 2006. * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as inferred from the text, is to ensure the proper functioning of the Delhi State Haj Committee by formally appointing a Chairperson. **4. Background and Rationale:** This appears to be an announcement following an election. The notification addresses the need to formally recognize the outcome of the election held on May 27, 2021, where Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad was chosen as the Chairperson. The rationale is to legitimize his position, enabling him to effectively lead the Delhi State Haj Committee in its activities. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This notification acts as an *announcement* of an appointment, not an amendment. Therefore, the key element is the *establishment* of Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad as the chairperson of the committee. * The notification declares Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad as the Chairperson of the Delhi State Haj Committee. * It cites Section 21(3) of the Haj Committee Act, 2002 (Act 35 of 2002) as the legal basis for this appointment, indicating the Lt. Governor's power to make the notification. * The notification references a virtual meeting held on May 27, 2021, where the election took place under the Chairmanship of the Principal Secretary Revenue. * This notification effectively establishes Mr. Ahmad as the formal leader. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are: * **Members of the Delhi State Haj Committee:** They are directly affected as they now have a formally appointed leader. * **Individuals intending to undertake the Haj pilgrimage:** They are indirectly affected as the committee oversees arrangements related to the pilgrimage. * **The Department of Revenue, Government of NCT of Delhi:** The office of the Pr. Secretary Revenue is mentioned in the notification. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Delhi State Haj Committee, the Department of Revenue of the Government of NCT of Delhi, and the office of the Lt. Governor are involved in the implementation. * **Timelines or procedures:** The notification itself serves as the formal declaration, effectively immediately implementing the appointment. The election happened in May, the notification came out in July; the time to publish likely aligns with bureaucratic requirements. * The power is conferred on the Lt. Governor to notify the appointee; this confers the authority to act. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The expected outcome is the smooth and efficient functioning of the Delhi State Haj Committee under the leadership of the newly appointed Chairperson. This should lead to better organization and facilitation of matters related to the Haj pilgrimage for the people of Delhi. **9. Conclusion:** The notification issued on July 2, 2021, formally appoints Mr. Mukhtar Ahmad as the Chairperson of the Delhi State Haj Committee. This appointment, based on the Haj Committee Act, 2002, is significant for ensuring the effective operation of the committee and the facilitation of the Haj pilgrimage. It clarifies the leadership structure and provides a clear point of contact for all matters related to the Delhi State Haj Committee.

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