SAUDI ARABIA: Saudi Railways SAR has revealed its operational plan for Hajj 2025, presenting a 25% enhance in out there seats in comparison with the earlier 12 months.
One of many quickest rail companies on the planet, the Haramain Excessive-Pace Railway will journey with 2 million pilgrims, with an additional 400,000 seats added to fulfill the rise in demand.
In line with the schedule, the railway is scheduled to function 4,768 journeys between Madinah and Makkah till 20 Dhu al-Hijjah 1446, guaranteeing well-organised transportation for pilgrims.
Saudi Railways’ SAR program consists of the Haramain Excessive-Pace Railway, which has 35 trains operating at 300 km/h, every with a capability of 417 seats. This railway gives a contemporary, eco-friendly, and comfy journey expertise.
Stricter Laws for Unauthorised Pilgrimage
Saudi authorities have introduced extreme penalties for unauthorised pilgrimages. Violators may face fines various from 10,000 to 100,000 Saudi Riyals, imprisonment, deportation, and a 10-year entry ban.
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The Pakistani Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Farooq, highlighted the significance of compliance, revealing that 11,000 Pakistani pilgrims extended their visas throughout the earlier Hajj season.
To boost monitoring, Pakistani pilgrims might be supplied with sensible digital wristbands, guaranteeing adherence to journey schedules. Authorities warn that delayed departures from Makkah will lead to extreme penalties, as overstaying within the Haram area is now categorized as a severe offence.
Saudi Arabia has ready 25,000 buses and expanded air, sea, and rail companies to accommodate the arrival of pilgrims.
The Normal Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has secured 3 million flight seats, whereas Saudi Arabian Airways (Saudia) has allotted 1 million seats throughout 2,000 flights. The Al Mashair Metro will function 2,000 journeys, transporting over 2 million passengers throughout key pilgrimage websites.
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has stationed 436 personnel at Jeddah Islamic Port to facilitate the arrival of 5,000 pilgrims, guaranteeing easy entry logistics.
Moreover, Saudi Put up (SPL) has launched refrigerated automobiles for transporting medical provides, reflecting the rising integration of well being logistics in Hajj planning.
Saudi Railways SAR Hajj 2025 preparations spotlight the dominion’s dedication to environment friendly pilgrim transportation whereas implementing strict compliance measures to keep up order throughout the sacred journey.
