Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], May 9 (ANI): The first batch of pilgrims from Srinagar departed for Medina in Saudi Arabia on Thursday to perform Haj. Speaking to ANI, a Haj pilgrim said, “We are thankful to the (central) government for extending us all necessary help. We are delighted that Allah has chosen us to perform Haj at such a young age. I will pray for lasting peace and happiness in Kashmir.” The first batch of pilgrims embarked on the annual Haj pilgrimage from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport in the early hours of Thursday. “Today, the first flight for Haj 2024 depa…