BPH becomes a ministry, legislature handles the pilgrimage more transparent

Jakarta – Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Commission VIII, Singgih Janratmoko, said the ratification of the Hajj and Umrah Law is one of the efforts to improve the quality of Hajj and Umrah services. Singgih has determined that the existence of the Hajj Ministry will facilitate the management of the implementation of Hajj and Umrah. “The ratification of the HAJJ and Umrah concept bill is a historic moment today. It is not just a review of the law, but a fundamental transformation to ensure that every pilgrim and Umrah gets the best service, in accordance with the mandate of the Constitution,” Singgih said in his statement on Tuesday (8/26/2025). Browse to continue with Content Singgih, said the changes to the Hajj Organizing Agency (BP) to the Hajj’s Hajj Ministry will facilitate coordination. In addition, he said, also accelerated decision -making and improved bureaucratic efficiency in the implementation of worship. “With a special ministry, focus and resources will be concentrated to serve the congregation holistically, from preparation in the country to the implementation of worship in Saudi Arabia,” he explained. He said the HAJJ Act also regulates in detail related to the management of additional HAJJ quota. Singgih emphasized that the addition of quota would be regulated by transparent and accountable. He said it was related to a special Hajj quota of 8% and Umrah Mandiri did indeed become a debate. However, he ensured that the two schemes were carefully arranged, so that there were no more adverse practices. “We have listened to input from various parties, including the organizer association. This provision aims to provide the congregation flexibility and choice, but still in the course of strict supervision of the government to prevent illegal practices and fraud,” he said. According to him, the ratification of the HAJJ Act is a step forward in managing the implementation of the pilgrimage. To ensure that the management of Hajj and Umrah is stronger, accountable. “We believe that the implementation of Hajj and Umrah in Indonesia, with this new legitimate umbrella, will be more professional, transparent and can be accounted for. We will continue to oversee the implementation of this law, so that it is fully in favor of the interests of the congregation,” he said. (AMW/LIR)