Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced a significant decrease in Umrah fares, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The new rates which will be effective from August 10 will be 11,000 rupees less than the previous Umrah expenses.

According to the PIA announcement, the intending pilgrims now will have to pay Umrah fares in Pakistani rupees equal to American dollars.

Reporter Imran Aslam