Mangaluru: Minister for Infrastructure Development, Information and Haj, Roshan Baig inaugurated the first phase of Haj pilgrim’s tour organised by the Haj Management Committee, on Wednesday at Bajpe airport old terminal.

Speaking on the occasion Minister said that the government has a proposal of constructin a Haj Bavan in the district which should be used for various workshops and programmes related to the community, but no for marriages.

“Only the lucky Muslim will get a chance to visit Mecca. Those who visit Mecca should pray for the betterment of the state and country. They should also pray for the peace in the world. Their ‘dua’ might convert the thoughts of terrorists also,” he said.

District In-Charge Minister Ramanath Rai, Minister for Food and Civil Supplies U T Khader, MLA’s Abhaychandra Jain, Mohiudhin Bava and others were present.