The first Hajj flight from Multan airport carrying 326 pilgrims, left for Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

Former Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani along with the officials of Ministry of Religious Affairs and Civil Aviation Multan set off the pilgrims.

He said pilgrims are ambassador of Pakistan in Saudi Arabia. He also urged them to pray for progress and prosperity of Pakistan.

Pre-Hajj operation from Multan would be completed by 22nd of June. Overall 22 Haj flights will be operated from Multan.