Medina Ready to Welcome Thousands of Pilgrims Arriving after Conclusion of Hajj
Hajj authorities in Medina have begun implementing their operational plans for the second season, expecting thousands of pilgrims in the coming days.
The Special Forces for Hajj and Umrah Security have completed preparations to receive the pilgrims, as part of a comprehensive plan to ensure their safe and smooth arrival, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The field plan focuses on regulating pilgrim movement, facilitating entry and exit from Medina, maintaining traffic flow, and reducing congestion.
Preparations include increased security presence on major routes, providing assistance and guidance, and ensuring emergency teams are ready to respond to health cases and other situations.
Government and volunteer bodies have raised readiness levels to support reception centers, entry points, and historical sites, while enhancing efforts in transport, guidance, hospitality, and healthcare through an integrated, 24/7 system.
These efforts reflect the leadership’s commitment to serving pilgrims and ensuring their safety during their journey between the holy sites and Medina.
A coordinated program is also in place to transfer pilgrims from their accommodations to Medina airport, overseen by the Hajj and Visit Committee and relevant authorities to ensure timely flight departures.
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Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport recorded a successful pre-Hajj phase, receiving pilgrims smoothly and efficiently. During the arrival period, the airport handled 719,400 pilgrims — 49 percent of all air-arriving pilgrims this Hajj season — via 1,910 flights from 196 cities in 53 countries.
The General Directorate of Passports confirmed its readiness to finalize departure procedures at the Saudi international air, land, and sea ports, supported by modern security systems and trained personnel.
Source: Arab News
