**Executive Summary**
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Haj Committee of India and the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) for the construction of a new Haj House in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. This facility will serve as a Transit-cum-Training and Facilitation Centre for Haj Pilgrims. The project, approved on January 21, 2026, has an estimated cost of Rs. 225 crore, funded by the Haj Committee of India. The construction is to be executed by CPWD following its established procedures.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Project Agreement:**
* Haj Committee of India and CPWD have signed an MoU for the construction of a New Haj House in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai.
* The project received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Minority Affairs on January 21, 2026.
* The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 225 crore, funded by the Haj Committee of India.
* CPWD is engaged for the execution of the project, including planning, design, and construction, under its established rules and procedures.
* **Facility Purpose and Features:**
* The New Haj House will function as a Transit-cum-Training and Facilitation Centre for Haj Pilgrims.
* It will be a modern integrated facility providing training, orientation, accommodation, and facilitation services.
* The aim is to support Indian pilgrims before their journey to Mecca for Haj, enhancing preparation and ensuring a smoother travel experience.
* The facility will also serve as a hub for capacity building and logistical support.
* **Location and Connectivity:**
* The Haj House is being developed in close proximity to the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.
* This location is expected to enhance connectivity and logistical convenience for Haj pilgrims, improving travel arrangements.
**Impact Analysis**
* **Haj Pilgrims**
* **Impact:** Will benefit from enhanced pre-departure preparation, accommodation, and logistical support, leading to a smoother and more efficient travel experience for their pilgrimage to Mecca.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is mentioned for pilgrims in this document.
* **Haj Committee of India**
* **Impact:** Will manage the funding for the Rs. 225 crore project and oversee its implementation through CPWD. The completed facility will strengthen their institutional arrangements for managing pilgrimage-related activities.
* **Action Required:** To fund the project and engage CPWD for its execution.
* **Central Public Works Department (CPWD)**
* **Impact:** Responsible for the planning, design, and construction of the New Haj House, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards and project guidelines.
* **Action Required:** To undertake the planning, design, and construction of the facility as per the MoU and established procedures.
* **Ministry of Minority Affairs**
* **Impact:** Has provided in-principle approval for the project, demonstrating the Government's commitment to improving infrastructure and services for Haj pilgrims.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is mentioned for the Ministry in this document beyond the initial approval.
Key Entities Referenced
Haj Committee of India: Organization signing the MoU for the construction of the New Haj House.
Central Public Works Department (CPWD): Department engaged for the planning, design, and construction of the New Haj House.
Ministry of Minority Affairs: Ministry that provided in-principle approval for the project.
Navi Mumbai: Location where the New Haj House will be constructed.
Kharghar: Specific area within Navi Mumbai where the New Haj House will be located.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
New Haj House to come soon in Navi Mumbai
Haj Committee of India Signs MoU with CPWD for
Construction of a New Haj House in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
Posted On: 11 MAR 2026 6:29PM by PIB Delhi
The Haj Committee of India today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central
Public Works Department (CPWD) for the construction of a New Haj House that will serve as a
Transit-cum-Training and Facilitation Centre for Haj Pilgrims at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The MoU
was formally signed at the office of CPWD.
The project has received in-principle approval from the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of
India, vide its letter dated 21 January 2026. The proposed centre will be constructed at an estimated
cost of Rs. 225 crore and will be funded by Haj Committee of India.
As per the arrangement, the Haj Committee of India has engaged CPWD for execution of the project
under its established rules and procedures. CPWD will undertake the planning, design and
construction of the facility to ensure timely completion, adherence to quality standards and
compliance with the approved project guidelines.
The Transit-cum-Training and Facilitation Centre will serve as a modern integrated facility to support
Indian pilgrims before they undertake their sacred journey to Mecca for Haj. The centre is expected to
provide training, orientation, accommodation and facilitation services, helping pilgrims prepare better
for the pilgrimage and ensuring a smoother travel experience.Importantly, the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport is also being developed in close
proximity to the proposed Haj House. Once operational, the airport will provide enhanced
connectivity and logistical convenience for Haj pilgrims, making travel arrangements smoother and
more efficient. The location of the new Haj House near the airport is expected to significantly
improve the overall facilitation of pilgrims travelling for Haj.
This initiative reflects the Government’s continued commitment to improving infrastructure and
services for Haj pilgrims, and strengthening institutional arrangements for the efficient management
of pilgrimage-related activities.
Once completed, it will significantly enhance the pre-departure preparation, accommodation and
logistical support available to Haj pilgrims from across the country. It will also become an important
hub for capacity building and logistical support.
Background
Earlier, Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs had conducted a site
visit to the proposed location in the month of November last year. The visit was accompanied by
officials from the Haj Committee of India and the Central Public Works Department.
During the visit, the Secretary had reviewed the layout and design plan for the upcoming facility and
held detailed discussions with officials on the implementation timeline and technical aspects of the
project. The team also examined aspects related to connectivity, logistics and amenities to ensure that
the proposed facility effectively caters to the needs of Haj pilgrims.
The initiative underscores the Government’s commitment to strengthening infrastructure and
improving support services for Indian Haj pilgrims, ensuring that the upcoming facility at Kharghar
becomes a modern and efficient hub for pilgrim facilitation.
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