Jeddah: This year’s comprehensive Haj operational plan finalized by the Saudi authorities and pilgrims asked not to raise any slogans during the pilgrimage
The interior ministry said the plan was designed to support security and government agencies in ensuring the safety of pilgrims and facilitating their movement during the annual pilgrimage.
“Stringent checks are in place at all entry points to Makkah. The campaign aims to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims by enforcing regulations and cracking down on fraudulent Hajj campaigns,” Ministry of the Hajj and Umrah said
The ministry is running extensive campaigns through mainstream media and social media platforms, and sending text messages to residents and citizens, warning that visit visas of all types are invalid for performing Hajj.
The authorities banned use of liquefied gas cylinders of all sizes at pilgrim hospitality centres and government facilities within the holy sites during the Hajj season.
The restriction came into force on Monday, the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah as part of wider preventive measures aimed at reducing fire risks. “The healthcare system, so far, has provided more than 121,626 health services to pilgrims since the start of the Hajj season this year,” Faisal Al-Khairat, a ministry spokesperson told Arab News.
