Millions of Pilgrims Gather on Arafat for Key Hajj 2025 Ritual; Global Broadcast in 35 Languages

By The Azadi Times Staff | Makkah – June 6, 2025

Millions of Muslim pilgrims from around the world gathered today at the sacred plains of Arafat, near Makkah, chanting “Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik” as they performed the most pivotal ritual of Hajj—Wuquf-e-Arafat.

The pilgrims arrived in Arafat from Mina after offering Fajr (dawn) prayers. They assembled under the scorching sun for midday (Zuhr) and afternoon (Asr) prayers, heartfelt supplications, and spiritual reflection, culminating in the Hajj sermon delivered from Masjid Nimrah.

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This year’s Hajj sermon has been made globally accessible, broadcast live in 35 languages, including Urdu and English, allowing Muslims worldwide to spiritually connect with the momentous occasion.

Saudi authorities have made extensive arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage. From enhanced security and round-the-clock medical support to transportation and food facilities, every measure has been taken to facilitate the millions in attendance.

Following the rituals at Arafat, pilgrims will move toward Muzdalifah, pausing at Mash’ar al-Haram, where they will gather pebbles for the symbolic stoning of the devil in Mina, scheduled for the following day.

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In a sign of growing diplomatic and religious cooperation, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir are expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia tomorrow, likely to partake in Hajj proceedings and meet with Saudi leadership.

Hajj 2025 marks another year of spiritual unity for the global Muslim Ummah, with millions echoing the call of faith and peace under one sky.