King Salman Covers Cost of Hady for All 2,500 Pilgrims in 'Guests' Program

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud hosted a reception for senior Islamic figures and guests of the two holy mosques at Mina Palace. The event, held on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, underscored the Kingdom's dedication to serving pilgrims and overseeing the Hajj pilgrimage.

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We will continue with our duty in looking after two holy mosques, serving pilgrims.

During the reception, the Crown Prince welcomed guests, including President Bajram Begaj of Albania, President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno of Chad, and Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz of Türkiye, among other leaders. He congratulated them on the occasion of Eid al-Adha and prayed for the acceptance of the pilgrims' Hajj and the continued security and prosperity of the Kingdom.

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Their efforts reflect the firm care the Kingdom shows to the guests of the two holy mosques.

Hajj and Umrah Minister Dr. Tawfig Al-Rabiah highlighted the meticulous preparations overseen by King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed. He noted the unified performance and integrated efforts of more than 60 government agencies, emphasizing the Kingdom's commitment to the guests of the two holy mosques. Al-Rabiah also pointed to advancements in service development, including direct contracting for pilgrim affairs offices and the early processing of applications for over a million pilgrims, a historic achievement reflecting high readiness.

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Under the supervision of the Supreme Hajj Committee and efforts of more than 60 government agencies, performance was unified and efforts were integrated.

The minister also addressed security measures, stating that the 'No Hajj without a permit' campaign aimed to enhance discipline and crowd management for a safe and smooth pilgrimage. He added that over 8 million cubic meters of water were provided in Makkah and the holy sites, showcasing the extensive logistical support provided to pilgrims.

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Applications for more than one million pilgrims were processed more than six months before the start of the Hajj, in a historic achievement that reflects the high level of readiness and early preparation to serve the pilgrims.