Saudi Arabia has launched a high-profile campaign to encourage pilgrims visiting during Ramadan to conserve water. This initiative, titled “We Live by Water, and We Are Rewarded by Preserving It,” is led by the National Centre for Water Efficiency and Conservation. It collaborates with government agencies and non-profit organizations to raise awareness about water conservation.
Awareness Efforts in Makkah and Medina
Awareness materials will be displayed on mobile and fixed screens in Makkah and Madinah. These materials highlight conservation solutions and optimal water usage. Additionally, information kits will be distributed at hospitality facilities. Social media campaigns will also encourage pilgrims to reduce water waste.
The Holy month of Ramadan, ending on March 2025, marks the peak season for Umrah at the Grand Mosque. Saudi authorities have urged worshippers to follow guidelines for using the sacred Zamzam water. They advise limiting its use to drinking only.
Guidelines for Zamzam Water Usage
The authorities have advised visitors to adhere to designated facilities for drinking Zamzam. The Kingdom equipped the Grand Mosque with well-maintained ablution areas and 20,000 Zamzam water containers. These facilities meet the needs of pilgrims during Ramadan.
Authorities urged worshippers to dispose of plastic cups properly and avoid uncovering water containers. They should refrain from spilling water and not use Zamzam for ablution. The authority has ensured the strategic distribution of ablution facilities for easy access across the Grand Mosque.
Saudi officials urge pilgrims to follow guidelines, stressing that conservation aligns with Islamic values. The campaign underscores national efforts to protect scarce resources amid rising visitor numbers.
