Hajj pilgrims will complete their arrival to Mina on Monday to complete the Day of Tarwiyah amid an integrated system of services prepared by Saudi authorities to ensure that they have a smooth journey throughout their pilgrimage and stay in the Kingdom.
Saudi Health Fahad Abdulrahman Al-Jalajel stressed that no diseases or viruses were detected at the Hajj, easing concerns over the Hantavirus that has captured headlines in recent weeks.
There is no need to be alarmed and pilgrims are in good health, he assured.
Thousands of security forces are on the ground to ensure that the pilgrims flock to Mina safely through dedicated routes. The holy sites in the Makkah are connected through several roads, tunnels and dedicated walking paths.
The pilgrims were making their way from Makkah to Mina without incident thanks to the integrated transportation system made available by the authorities overseeing the Hajj.
The Health Ministry has issued guides for the pilgrims on the optimal use of their umbrellas amid the high temperatures and to avoid heatstroke and UV rays, especially as they make their way to the holy sites.
Meanwhile, the Al-Mashaaer Al-Mugaddassah Metro line operated its first ride on Sunday. It will transport pilgrims across the holy sites, including Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah. Each of the nine trains can transport 3,000 passengers. This year’s operational plan for the Hajj is aiming to transport over 2 million passengers over 2,000 trips.
The train plays a pivotal role in ensuring the transport is smooth across the holy sites. It has also helped ease traffic after over 50,000 bus rides were cancelled in favor of the use of the trains.
