Saudi Hajj Ministry Sets Up Operations Room And Comprehensive Plan To Serve Iranian Pilgrims

JEDDAH, June 15 (Bernama-SPA) -- The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has established a dedicated operations room to monitor the conditions of Iranian pilgrims around the clock and address all their needs in Makkah and Madinah, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

The initiative follows the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the proposal of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud aimed at ensuring the well-being of Iranian pilgrims and providing them with comprehensive services until their safe return to their homeland and families.

The ministry stated that its teams conducted a thorough evaluation of the services provided to approximately 76,000 Iranian pilgrims at their accommodations, ensuring the continuity of care and high-quality services throughout their stay in the Kingdom.

In coordination with various relevant authorities, the ministry developed an integrated departure plan in line with the requests submitted by the Iranian authorities responsible for managing pilgrim affairs. The plan facilitates smooth procedures and efficient transportation across all stages of departure.

The plan includes the use of domestic flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah to Arar Airport. From there, pilgrims will proceed overland through the Jadidat Arar border crossing to continue their journey back to Iran.

Implementation of the plan began on Friday. Teams from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah continue to provide direct assistance and full care to Iranian pilgrims to ensure their safe and dignified departure from the Kingdom, part of Saudi Arabia’s broader commitment to serving all pilgrims from around the world.

-- BERNAMA-SPA