Ten Malaysian pilgrims have died during the 1446H / 2025 Hajj season, according to official updates released by Malaysia’s Pilgrims Fund Board (Tabung Haji) and religious affairs authorities.
The deaths, spanning various dates between May and early June, were primarily caused by heart-related complications, with one reported case of infection and organ failure.
The most recent case involved Abdul Malik Sudin, 62, passed away on 8 June 2025 due to a heart attack at King Abdullah Hospital in Makkah. He was a pilgrim from Maktab 90A and had just completed the wukuf ritual in Arafah, a key component of Hajj.
His funeral arrangements were managed by Tabung Haji in coordination with Saudi authorities.
Datuk Dr. Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), announced the update during the official Hajj 1446H Closing Ceremony, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. He extended condolences to all bereaved families and prayed for mercy upon the deceased.
Full List of Confirmed Malaysian Deaths During Hajj 2025
| Name | Age | Gender | Cause of Death | Date of Death | Location of Death |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norizah Tambonan Nordin | 47 | F | Heart attack | 16 May 2025 (Fri) | Jiwar Hospital, Makkah |
| Abdullah Mat | 59 | M | Heart attack | 19 May 2025 (Mon) | Jiwar Hospital, Makkah |
| Aripin @ Ariffin Jawah @ Ab Halim | – | M | Heart attack | 20 May 2025 (Tue) | Rehab Al-Janadriyah, Makkah |
| Misnan Ahmad | 60 | M | Heart attack | 31 May 2025 (Sat) | King Abdulaziz Hospital, Makkah |
| Siti Hawa Ibrahim | 64 | F | Heart attack | 3 June 2025 (Tue) | King Abdullah Hospital, Makkah |
| Abdul Halim Awang | 76 | M | Bacterial infection & organ failure | 4 June 2025 (Wed) | King Abdullah Hospital, Makkah |
| Abd Yazid Matt | 65 | M | Heart attack | 6 June 2025 (Fri) | Al Noor Specialist Hospital, Makkah |
| Syed Baharom Syed Hussin | 72 | M | Heart attack | 7 June 2025 (Sat) | Mina Al Wadee Hospital, Mina |
| Abdul Malik Sudin | 62 | M | Heart attack | 8 June 2025 (Sun) | King Abdullah Hospital, Makkah |
| Not publicly identified | – | – | – | – | – |
The tenth case remains undisclosed, with no personal or medical details released at this time.
Mohd Na’im affirmed that Tabung Haji has engaged with the families of all deceased pilgrims and is responsibly overseeing funeral arrangements and providing welfare support.
He emphasized the commitment of Malaysian authorities to ensure pilgrims receive medical care and are supported during emergencies while abroad.
“We pray that Allah grants them His mercy and accepts their deeds,” said Mohd Na’im.
According to the Ministry of Health, the Hajj in 2025 experienced a 90% drop in heat exhaustion cases among pilgrims, thanks to better healthcare and real-time monitoring. The pilgrimage can be tough, especially in hot weather, but both Saudi and Malaysian authorities have made significant efforts to protect the health of participants.
Hajj remains one of the five pillars of Islam and is considered a once-in-a-lifetime obligation for Muslims who are physically and financially able.
Sources:
- Tabung Haji Press Briefings
- Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
- Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
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