DHAKA: At least 50 Bangladeshi pilgrims have died during this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia, according to official data.

Of the deceased, 33 were men and 17 were women. Most deaths occurred in Makkah, followed by Madinah and Jeddah.

Meanwhile, more than 54,000 Bangladeshi pilgrims have returned home so far on 127 flights after completing the pilgrimage. Return operations are being carried out by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, Saudia, Flynas, and other carriers.

Health officials said thousands of medical consultations were provided during the pilgrimage, while a small number of pilgrims remain hospitalized in Saudi Arabia.

The final return flights are scheduled to continue until June 30.