RCMC Announces Official Launch of Makkah Bus Project

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) logo
The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) logo
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RCMC Announces Official Launch of Makkah Bus Project

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) logo
The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) logo

The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) has announced the official launch of the Makkah bus project, after having completed the trial run.

The project serves residents and visitors to Makkah; it will help improve the quality of life by providing fast, safe and eco-friendly buses with designated seating for individuals with disabilities.

It also helps achieve the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by creating job opportunities for Saudi citizens and by contributing to building a dynamic and diverse economy.



Prophet's Mosque Welcomes More than 5 million Worshippers in One Week

 Multilingual communication services were utilized by 6,391 visitors from various countries - SPA
Multilingual communication services were utilized by 6,391 visitors from various countries - SPA
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Prophet's Mosque Welcomes More than 5 million Worshippers in One Week

 Multilingual communication services were utilized by 6,391 visitors from various countries - SPA
Multilingual communication services were utilized by 6,391 visitors from various countries - SPA

The Prophet's Mosque experienced a significant influx of 5,037,157 worshippers last week, with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque ensuring a smooth flow of visitors and providing comprehensive services to cater to their needs.
A large number of visitors, totaling 607,591, greeted the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his two companions. Some 300,682 individuals performed prayers in the Holy Rawdah, where the authority enforced established crowd management procedures and visitation schedules to ensure order and accessibility, SPA reported.
The authority also focused on communication and hygiene. Multilingual communication services were utilized by 6,391 visitors from various countries, facilitating effective interaction and guidance. Extensive sterilization and disinfection efforts were carried out to maintain a high standard of hygiene, using 24,256 liters of disinfectant.
A substantial supply of Zamzam water of 1,370 tons was provided throughout the week, with 166 samples collected for testing and analysis. Furthermore, the authority facilitated the distribution of 219,227 iftar meals in designated areas within the mosque, providing convenient access to food for worshippers breaking their fast.