Madinah Authorities Facilitate Smooth Transport Of Pilgrims To Makkah For Hajj

Government agencies in Madinah collaborated seamlessly to complete the transportation of all remaining pilgrims to Makkah and the holy sites for this year's Hajj. Pilgrims rode on buses from their residences in the central region, ensuring precise arrival and departure times based on a pre-determined dispatch plan. This plan factored in the need for efficient movement of hundreds of buses in a timely manner.

From the central bus station, buses proceeded smoothly toward Makkah and the holy sites on the Hijrah highway. Pilgrims opting to travel by train departed from the Haramain High-Speed Railway, where they were offered all necessary security, health, and guidance services. The entire process was thoroughly supervised by the Hajj and Visit Committee in Madinah region through technology and direct communication channels among various entities that monitor and track pilgrim buses.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, along with several other entities, participated in close coordination with security authorities and the Madinah Traffic Department. They ensured the successful departure of all buses within the designated timeframe on the fifth of Dhu al-Hijjah. Security personnel played a pivotal role in safeguarding pilgrims along the 450-kilometer Hijrah highway that connects Madinah with Makkah.

They endeavoured to maintain public safety and facilitate the timely movement of thousands of pilgrims leaving aboard hundreds of buses within a maximum of 24 hours. This entailed implementing a comprehensive security control plan and designating rest stops along the highway to maintain the well-being of pilgrims until their safe arrival in Makkah.

The dispatch program culminated on the sixth of Dhu al-Hijjah with the transportation of a special convoy of sick and hospitalised pilgrims under the direct supervision of the Ministry of Health. This operation involved ambulances staffed by medical personnel to enable pilgrims with health concerns to comfortably fulfil their religious obligation and witness the Day of Arafat with the larger congregation.

This annual humanitarian effort is testimony to the Kingdom's commitment to ensuring a smooth and accessible Hajj for all pilgrims.

With inputs from SPA