Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Hosts Eid Al-Adha Well-Wishers At Mina Palace

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, welcomed Eid Al-Adha well-wishers at Mina Palace. This event was on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. The gathering included Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, several princes, senior scholars, sheikhs, and Gulf Cooperation Council officials.

The reception began with a recitation from the Holy Quran. In his address, Prince Mohammed expressed gratitude to Allah and extended Eid greetings to citizens, residents, and pilgrims. He emphasised the Kingdom's dedication to serving the Two Holy Mosques and ensuring pilgrims' comfort. "We will continue to exert every effort to provide comfort to the pilgrims," he stated.

Lieutenant General Mohammad bin Abdullah Al-Bassami spoke on behalf of the military sectors involved in Hajj security. He highlighted the government's resources dedicated to serving pilgrims and ensuring their safety. The security plans involve 213,323 personnel from various sectors working under directives from leadership.

The director of Public Security noted that Hajj security plans are supported by advanced technologies and modern surveillance systems. These tools help in making immediate decisions through data analysis and risk assessment. This ensures the safety and security of all pilgrims attending the holy sites.

Lieutenant General Al-Bassami acknowledged the pride felt by participants in executing Hajj security plans. Their efforts align with Saudi Arabia's vision under Prince Mohammed's leadership, prioritising pilgrim service as a noble goal.

Collaborative Efforts for Success

The success of these plans is attributed to directives from King Salman and support from Prince Mohammed. The minister of interior oversees preparation and implementation with a focus on role integration among participating entities. An advanced operations centre plays a crucial role in managing this system effectively.

The governor of Makkah Region and other officials have also supported these efforts. Their involvement aims to enhance Hajj performance indicators and improve service quality for pilgrims visiting holy sites during this significant religious event.

The Crown Prince concluded by expressing hope for continued blessings of security and safety for Saudi Arabia. He reiterated commitment to fulfilling duties towards pilgrims with utmost dedication.

With inputs from SPA