Saudi Arabia is currently ramping up preparations for Hajj 2025 with major infrastructure and service upgrades, according to Gulf News.
The Central Hajj Committee has recently held a meeting to evaluate the readiness of facilities and services for pilgrims during Ramadan and the upcoming Hajj season.
Held under the directives of Emir of Mecca and Committee Chairman Prince Khaled Al Faisal, the meeting reviewed the latest operational plans as well as the emergency response strategy designed by the General Directorate of Civil Defense.
In coordination with 43 government agencies, the plan aims to foster safety, streamline logistics, and provide efficient crisis management during 2025 season.
Crucially, Kidana Company showcased its development projects for Hajj 2025 during the meeting. The company seeks to provide pilgrims with seamless services through a series of advanced projects, as follows:
- Shading and cooling pedestrian pathways at the holy sites of Mina and Arafat
- A heat mitigation project around Namirah Mosque
- The installation of two-story toilet complexes to accommodate growing pilgrim numbers
Furthermore, the meeting discussed various plans designed to ensure the safety and comfort of pilgrims, as follows:
- Replacing concrete stairs with electric escalators in elevated areas
- Increasing tree planting and vegetation cover at Jabal Al Rahmah
- Adding more pressure boxes in Mina to boost infrastructure resilience
The meeting also delved into various other agenda items and issued recommendations to further intensify Hajj 2025 preparations.
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