First batch of Thai pilgrims arrives

First batch of Thai pilgrims arrives - Arab News, November 1, 2008
..."The Thai government considers Haj affairs an important matter and we at the consulate give utmost importance to the welfare of the pilgrims," Chantaharn said. Most of the pilgrims are from the southern part of Thailand and every year charter flights are arranged by the government to facilitate and transport them from Hadyai and Phuket airports, which are closer to their places of residence, he said...