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The Sun
4 days ago
- The Sun
Beware of fake badal haj offers, warns Tabung Haji
KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims are being warned to verify the authenticity of badal haj (haj by proxy) services, especially those advertised by travel agencies or individuals. Tabung Haji (TH) Group managing director and chief executive officer Mustakim Mohamad said fraudulent offers often surge as the haj season approaches. He noted that many such promotions appear in suraus, mosques, and on social media with suspiciously low prices. 'The Saudi Government sets official haj package rates, and offers below these should be treated with caution,' he said. Mustakim explained that foreign pilgrims require a haj visa, while Saudi residents must obtain an official permit from authorities. 'For the 1446H haj season, the lowest official package for Saudi residents was around SAR10,000 (RM11,300),' he stated. This cost covered the permit and tent accommodation in Masyair but excluded transport, lodging, and meals in Makkah and Madinah. Mustakim emphasised that performing badal haj below this cost is financially unrealistic. He also warned against unethical practices, such as one individual performing haj on behalf of hundreds. 'This violates Islamic teachings and regulations set by religious authorities,' he said. Saudi Arabia has intensified enforcement, penalising pilgrims with invalid visas or permits. Offenders may face fines, imprisonment, or long-term entry bans into the kingdom. 'Offers as low as RM1,500 should raise immediate suspicion,' Mustakim cautioned. TH advises the public to seek verified sources for badal haj arrangements to avoid scams. - Bernama
Malay Mail
15-06-2025
- Malay Mail
Malaysia begins Haj return flights, 31,600 pilgrims to fly home by July 10
SEPANG, June 15 — The first group of Malaysian haj pilgrims arrived safely at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at 8.50 pm last night, marking the start of the second phase of repatriation operations for the 1446H/2025M pilgrimage season. The group of 283 pilgrims, mainly from Kedah and Selangor, departed from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah aboard Malaysia Airlines' AMAL flight MH8251 at 5.40 am local time. Their arrival was welcomed by Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, alongside Tabung Haji (TH) chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain and TH Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mustakim Mohamad. 'Alhamdulillah, this year's haj operations have gone smoothly and we are now beginning to bring the pilgrims home safely,' said Mohd Na'im. He also congratulated TH for receiving the prestigious Labaytum Diamond Award, recognising the agency's efforts to enhance service quality and haj management internationally. Among the key successes this year, Mohd Na'im noted, was the safe completion of wuquf, the pivotal standing at Arafah, by all Malaysian pilgrims, including 95 ailing pilgrims who were transported in 10 specially arranged buses under the Safari Wuquf programme. Lembaga Tabung Haji Group MD and CEO Mustakim Mohamad (second from left), Tabung Haji Chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rashid Hussain (third from left), and Islamic Affairs Minister Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar (fourth from left) welcome returning Haj pilgrims at Terminal 1 of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang, Selangor on June 14, 2025. — Bernama pic Meanwhile, Mustakim said that despite ongoing challenges such as extreme heat and limited tent space in Mina, TH continues to implement improvements aimed at enhancing pilgrims' comfort and safety. These included adding extra toilet facilities and storage space during the critical Masyair phase of the haj. A total of 100 chartered flights operated by AMAL and Saudia Airlines are scheduled to repatriate the entire Malaysian contingent of 31,600 pilgrims, with flights beginning today and concluding on Thursday, July 10. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
29-04-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Mustakim Mohamad appointed Tabung Haji group MD, CEO
Mustakim Mohamad has spent nearly two decades at Tabung Haji, serving in key roles across finance, investment, deposits, operations, IT, and security. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR : Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) has appointed its executive finance director Mustakim Mohamad as the new group managing director and CEO, succeeding Syed Hamadah Syed Othman. Religious affairs minister Na'im Mokhtar announced the appointment, effective May 6, in a statement. 'Deepest appreciation is also extended to Syed Hamadah, whose contract will end on May 5, 2025, after serving as TH's group managing director and chief executive officer for two years,' according to the statement. The statement said Mustakim's appointment was in line with TH's philosophy of driving excellence in all aspects for the benefit of its depositors, including navigating the challenges of operating amid global market uncertainties and rising third-party service costs such as airfare, accommodation, and medical expenses. It said appointing credible leaders is crucial because TH is an agency entrusted with a huge responsibility. 'Mustakim's appointment is based on his experience and capability to realise TH's vision at the next level,' the statement added. Mustakim, who holds a master's degree in finance from RMIT University in Australia, is a fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He has spent nearly 20 years at TH in various key roles across finance, investment, deposits, operations, IT, and security. The statement said TH's new leadership would prioritise a proactive and innovative approach to ensure TH remains a sustainable Islamic institution in the long-term, adding that the leadership transition reflects the institution's strength in nurturing internal talent. 'Mustakim has served nearly two decades at TH and is trusted to shoulder this responsibility in line with TH's continued efforts to drive excellence in all aspects for the benefit of its depositors.'
