Jeddah: Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfig Al-Rabiah urged Hajj affairs offices to strictly follow movement regulations within the holy sites, emphasizing pilgrim safety and optimal ritual performance. He delivered these remarks during a meeting with heads of Hajj missions from various countries, held on the sidelines of the recent 49th Grand Hajj Symposium in Jeddah.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Al-Rabiah requested pilgrims remain within their designated camps from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm to prevent heat exhaustion, citing the high temperatures expected on the Day of Arafah. He warned that random group walking poses a significant threat to the flow of crowds and the safety of pilgrims.
The minister further emphasized the importance of using designated transportation from Arafat to Muzdalifah rather than walking. He stressed that dispatch and transport plans are essential for organizing crowd movement and guaranteeing safety, deeming adherence a collective responsibility.
Al-Rabiah underscored the pivotal role of the Nusuk card, mandating its use for accessing the Grand Mosque, holy sites, or public transportation. He affirmed the card is now a key regulatory tool for performing rituals and preventing violations.
Concluding his remarks, Al-Rabiah said this year will see a significant intensification of Hajj permit verification to ensure pilgrim safety and a complete Hajj experience, all within meticulous organization befitting the sanctity and grandeur of the occasion.