Bangladesh's National Hajj and Umrah Fair 2026 draws big crowds in Dhaka
The three-day National Hajj and Umrah Fair 2026, organised by HAAB in Dhaka, drew large crowds with 163 stalls and discounted airfares for Hajj 2027 and Umrah travellers.
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Last updated: 16 Sep 2026, 10:23 AM (Saudi time)
The three-day National Hajj and Umrah Fair 2026, organised by HAAB in Dhaka, drew large crowds with 163 stalls and discounted airfares for Hajj 2027 and Umrah travellers.
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