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Saudi Gazette
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- Saudi Gazette
Interior minister chairs Hajj committee meeting in Makkah, praises coordination efforts
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, met on Thursday with Prince Saud bin Mishaal, Deputy emir of Makkah Region and Deputy Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah, along with other committee members, at the Makkah Emirate headquarters. During the meeting, the interior minister emphasized the commitment of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to ensuring that pilgrims receive the highest standards of service, enabling them to perform their rituals with ease and comfort. Prince Abdulaziz praised the ongoing efforts and coordination between the Supreme Hajj Committee and the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah at the Makkah Emirate, stressing their shared role in advancing services for pilgrims during the Hajj season.
Saudi Gazette
21-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Deputy Emir of Makkah inspects Hajj 2025 preparations across key sites
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal conducted a comprehensive inspection tour to assess the Kingdom's operational readiness for Hajj 2025, reviewing projects and systems aimed at ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of pilgrims. The tour began at the Al-Shamsi Center sorting point, where Prince Saud examined the work of the Special Forces for Road Security in managing pilgrim entry to Makkah and enforcing regulations against unauthorized access. The center, with 16 lanes, hosts administrative offices for Road Security, a building for 10 government agencies, and housing for personnel. Prince Saud then visited the Unified Security Operations Center (911), where he was briefed on its integrated role in providing real-time security and humanitarian services. The center comprises 47 operations rooms and leverages advanced technology to ensure swift response times and seamless coordination between agencies. He observed multilingual call handling and live regional surveillance operations, along with the Crisis and Disaster Management Hall tasked with responding to emergencies during Hajj. In Arafat, the prince reviewed the large-scale project to mitigate heat stress in the vicinity of Namirah Mosque, covering 85,000 square meters. The initiative includes planting more than 2,000 trees, installing 320 umbrellas and 350 misting fans, and developing supporting infrastructure for water and electricity. In Muzdalifah, he inspected the pedestrian path enhancement project across 170,000 square meters, featuring rubber flooring and 20,000 trees. The initiative aims to improve service quality and safety for pilgrims navigating between holy sites. The tour also included a review of the First Aid Departure Centers project, with 71 locations set up along the pedestrian routes in Mina, Muzdalifah, and Arafat. These centers will provide urgent medical aid and logistical support throughout the pilgrimage. Prince Saud concluded his visit at the new emergency hospital under construction in Mina. The facility spans 5,300 square meters and will feature over 180 beds, significantly boosting emergency healthcare capacity during the Hajj season.
Saudi Gazette
30-04-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Central Hajj Committee discusses Hajj preparations and progress of projects at holy sites
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — A meeting of the Central Hajj Committee, chaired by Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal in Jeddah on Wednesday, discussed plans and preparations for the current Hajj season. The meeting also reviewed the progress of ongoing projects that will be operated during the Hajj season at the holy sites. The meeting was held in line with the directives of Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Emir of Makkah and Chairman of the Central Hajj Committee Prince Khaled Al-Faisal. During the virtual meeting, the Saudi Water Authority presented its projects and operational trials conducted to date for water and wastewater services in the holy sites for this Hajj season. These efforts include the execution of 10 projects aimed at enhancing the capacity and efficiency of operational reservoirs, improving water supply networks in the holy sites, and adding around 3,500 new toilets in Mina. The authority's preparations also include three operational trials for both water and sewage networks as well as fire extinguishing and cooling systems. The committee further reviewed the progress of the Makkah Mayoralty's projects concerning new waste compactors to be added in the holy sites. It discussed initiatives from the Ministry of Transport and Logistics to use flexible rubber asphalt and thermal insulation coating for routes to reduce temperatures and enhance the comfort of walking pilgrims.
Express Tribune
17-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Saudi Arabia to build new resting spots for pilgrims during Hajj
Listen to article Saudi authorities have announced plans to establish resting areas for pilgrims at various points in Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The decision was shared during a briefing to Prince Saud bin Mishaal, the Deputy Governor of Makkah, regarding preparations for the upcoming Hajj season. Officials said 50,000 square metres of shaded walkways are being built for pedestrians in Mina, while 60,000 square metres of shelters and misting fans are being installed around Jabal al-Rahmah in Arafat. The move comes as concerns grow over the comfort and safety of pilgrims amid high temperatures and large crowds. Moreover, Saudi Arabia increased Pakistan's Hajj quota by 10,000 pilgrims, officials announced last week. The decision follows a request made by Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar during a conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. Pakistani officials say the move reflects the strong bilateral ties and Riyadh's continued support for the people of Pakistan. The added quota comes as thousands of Pakistanis remain on waiting lists, and authorities say the extra slots will ease pressure on applicants ahead of this year's pilgrimage.
Arab News
16-04-2025
- Arab News
Makkah deputy governor reviews Hajj plans
MAKKAH: Prince Saud bin Mishaal, deputy governor of Makkah, chaired the first meeting of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah to review the plans and preparations for this year's Hajj season. The meeting reviewed the progress of ongoing projects to support the pilgrimage, scheduled to be operational during the Hajj, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Prince Saud emphasized the importance of implementing the leadership's directives, which stress early preparation and coordination across all sectors to ensure top-quality services and comfort for pilgrims. He noted that the government of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has spared no effort in facilitating the pilgrimage, mobilizing all resources to ensure pilgrims perform their rituals with ease, peace of mind and security. Participating organisations presented updates on the readiness of their operational plans and the progress of development projects at the holy sites. The committee also reviewed afforestation and green cover initiatives aimed at planting 10,000 trees to improve air quality, reduce temperatures, and enhance the pilgrimage experience. Several other agenda items were discussed, and the committee issued the necessary recommendations, the SPA reported.
