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Saudi Gazette
10-06-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Mashaer Metro serves 1.87 million passengers during Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) transported approximately 1.87 million passengers, including pilgrims and Hajj officials, with operating 2,154 trips during the Hajj 2025. The SAR operated Mashaer Metro Train between the stations of Mina, Muzdalifah, and Arafat during the period from Dhul Hijjah 7 until the end of the Days of Tashreeq (Dhul Hijjah 13). The operational plan for the Mashaer Metro Train during the Hajj season included five main phases. The first phase, from Dhu Al-Hijjah 7 to 8, transported over 27,000 passengers across all stations. The second phase carried 282,000 pilgrims from Mina to Arafat, followed by the third phase, which transported 294,000 pilgrims from Arafat to Muzdalifah. In the fourth phase, more than 349,000 pilgrims were transported from Muzdalifah to Mina. The final phase, which lasted until sunset on the last day of Tashreeq, recorded the movement of over 920,000 passengers to and from Mina 3 (Jamarat) station. CEO of SAR Dr. Bashar Al-Malik expressed appreciation for the support and empowerment of the Saudi leadership, which contributed to the integration of efforts and services offered to pilgrims, including transportation through the Mashaer Metro Train. He noted that the successful completion of the operational plan reflects the efforts of SAR employees and the effective coordination with operational and security agencies, supported by extensive preparatory work, including simulation exercises and full-scale trial runs, ensuring the highest levels of readiness and safety.
CairoScene
09-06-2025
- CairoScene
Regulatory Violations Drop 71% During Hajj Compared to 2024
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reports a reduction in observed infractions, reflecting improved operational efficiency. Regulatory violations during this year's Hajj season saw a 71% decrease compared to the previous year in 2024, according to Ministry of Hajj and Umrah data. The total number of violations dropped from 23,000 to approximately 6,000. This decline was attributed to enhanced coordination within the Hajj services ecosystem. The ministry reported that pilgrim movement remained smooth throughout peak days, supported by the effective deployment of field teams and oversight systems. Authorities emphasised the importance of pilgrims adhering to scheduled group movements, maintaining campsite discipline during the Days of Tashreeq, and staying hydrated—especially as temperatures remained high. These combined measures helped contribute to a safer, more orderly pilgrimage. The ministry's 'silent tech' interventions—such as real-time tracking systems and crowd management platforms—played a role in this performance, enabling proactive detection and swift resolution of issues without disrupting the pilgrimage flow.
Qatar Tribune
07-06-2025
- Health
- Qatar Tribune
Health minister inspects Qatari Hajj Mission's Mina medical clinics
MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH: Minister of Public Health, Mansoor bin Ebrahim Al Mahmoud, visited the Qatari Hajj Mission's medical clinics in Mina to inspect their preparedness and the medical, therapeutic, and emergency services provided to pilgrims during this year's Hajj season, 1446 AH. In a statement, the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs stated that His Excellency began his visit with a tour of the clinics, met with the medical team-including doctors, nurses, paramedics, and pharmacists-and listened to a detailed explanation of their workflow, field preparations, shift systems, and emergency response strategies during the Days of Tashreeq. During the visit, the Minister said that all Qatari pilgrims are safe and in good health, adding that His Excellency felt proud and reassured by the plans and preparations in place. He noted that the Qatari Hajj Mission, across all its units, sets a unique example in serving pilgrims, commending the medical unit and its specialized personnel's significant efforts. The Minister of Public Health praised the medical unit's continuous presence alongside the pilgrims across holy sites and locations, and their ability to provide immediate healthcare support under all circumstances. He also emphasized the importance of supporting the Qatari Hajj medical unit by providing it all the medical staff and supplies it needs, both for this season and future ones, for it to continue to deliver top-tier healthcare services. Deputy Head of the Qatari Hajj Mission's medical unit Dr Mishal Abdullah Al Musaifri said that the Mina clinics operate 24l7 and are staffed by a distinguished team of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and pharmacists working in shifts to ensure immediate response to any medical case. Dr Al Musaifri added that the clinics are divided into separate sections for men and women, each including triage rooms, examination and consultation rooms, isolation rooms, two fully stocked pharmacies, and observation rooms for cases requiring close monitoring or urgent intervention. He said that the clinics were equipped in compliance with the requirements of the Saudi Ministry of Health to ensure the highest safety standards, adding that cases are monitored closely with preventive measures being strictly enforced, especially amid the crowding and movement in the holy sites. The Deputy Head of the Qatari Hajj Mission's medical unit noted that the clinics have treated more than 500 cases since the Day of Tarwiyah, through Arafat, Muzdalifah, and up to the first Day of Tashreeq in Mina. He said that most cases were mild to moderate, having such conditions as throat infections, gastrointestinal issues, general fatigue, and muscle pain, adding that the overall health condition of Qatari pilgrims is stable and reassuring. In terms of health awareness, he advised pilgrims to stay hydrated to avoid heat exhaustion, remain in air-conditioned tents during peak hours, use umbrellas or shaded walkways, wear face masks to prevent infectious diseases, avoid crowds, and delay the stoning ritual until after the peak heat in the late afternoon or evening. He also recommended elderly or chronically ill pilgrims to take advantage of proxy rituals when needed. In a related development, the holy sites services unit has already outfitted the Mina camps according to the highest standards to ensure comfort and privacy for all Qatari pilgrims across campaigns. Each pilgrim was provided with a high-quality multipurpose seat that can be used as a chair or a bed, along with a personal table suitable for eating or reading. Every seat also includes a built-in power outlet with mobile phone charging capability, a feature introduced last year. Additionally, each tent is equipped with overhead lockers for storing personal belongings, multiple dining halls, open buffets with refrigerators for water, juices, and cold beverages, and several restroom facilities installed with the latest equipment for both men and women's camps. Qatar's Hajj camps in Mina are equipped with all safety and security measures, including a fully equipped ambulance and service staff to meet pilgrims'needs. These are all part of the comprehensive services provided by the Qatari Hajj Mission to facilitate the pilgrims' performance of their rituals under the best conditions. These medical efforts are conducted in full coordination with the Ministry of Public Health, Hamad Medical Corporation, and the Primary Health Care Corporation, as part of the integrated Qatari Hajj Mission system, and in collaboration with the relevant Saudi authorities, under the ongoing partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The Qatari medical mission also praised the fruitful cooperation with Saudi authorities, which has helped create a safe health environment for pilgrims and enhanced the Qatari Hajj Mission's ability to implement its medical programs effectively. The Qatari Hajj Mission confirmed that these health efforts are in line with the directives of Qatar's wise leadership, aiming to provide the highest standards of healthcare to Qatari pilgrims, in accordance with the National Development Strategy 2024-2030, which prioritizes human health and well-being. The medical unit will continue operating until the end of the Hajj season, with ongoing preparedness, meticulous planning, and precise field implementation-serving as a model in healthcare services for Qatari pilgrims performing Hajj.
Saba Yemen
07-06-2025
- General
- Saba Yemen
Pilgrims begin first day of Tashreeq in Hajj rituals
Makkah – Saba: Pilgrims began the first of the three days of Tashreeq in Hajj rituals on Saturday, during which they will throw stones at al-Jamarat (stones) at al-Jamarat site in Mina, western Saudi Arabia, and then conclude their Hajj with the Farewell Tawaf. The first group of pilgrims arrived at al-Jamarat facility in Mina on the first day of Tashreeq and performed the stoning of al-Jamarat, according to Anadolu Agency. In Mina, pilgrims throw 21 pebbles at al-Jamarat, starting with the smallest, then the middle, and finally the largest, with seven pebbles for each al-Jamarat. They pronounce Allahu Akbar with each one and make whatever supplications they wish after the smallest and middle, facing al-Qiblah with their hands raised. The Days of Tashreeq are the three days following the first day of Eid al-Adha. Pilgrims spend these days in Mina, also known as the "numbered days." According to Hajj rituals, the stoning of al-Jamarat is a reminder of the enmity of Satan, who confronted the Prophet Ebrahim, peace be upon him, in these places. This is how they recognize his enmity and are warned against him. Whatsapp Telegram Email
Saudi Gazette
07-06-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Ministry of Hajj finalizes stoning timetables for Tashreeq days
Saudi Gazette report MINA — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has completed the distribution of timetables for pilgrims' stoning rituals at the Jamarat Bridge, a key part of regulating movement during the Days of Tashreeq. The initiative aims to ensure maximum safety, fluidity of movement, and an improved experience for pilgrims at the holy sites. This step is part of an integrated strategy developed by the Ministry to enhance crowd management during the Hajj season of 1446 AH. The strategy is built on a unified operational model that connects service and regulatory bodies via the Joint Operations and Delegation Center — one of the year's most significant transformations in managing Hajj crowds. The newly issued schedules take into account each group's accommodation locations and travel paths. Pilgrims will use designated transportation modes, including air-conditioned buses and the Mashaer train, for their journeys to and from the Jamarat effort builds on the success of earlier movements, including the smooth, congestion-free stoning rituals performed on the morning of Eid the season began, the Ministry conducted comprehensive simulations involving various crowding scenarios to test the plan's teams were trained for real-time response and coordination, ensuring full preparedness to handle any operational Ministry's Monitoring and Control Center continues its 24/7 operations, using a network of AI-powered smart cameras and centralized tracking systems to monitor crowd densities. These tools allow for real-time adjustments to movement routes when the digital "Nusuk" card has helped manage entry to the Jamarat facility according to assigned time slots, working in sync with the 'Nusuk' and 'Tawakkalna' platforms.
