SaudiUpdated November 4
Prince Saud chairs review of Hajj and Umrah services and airport readiness.
Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, chaired the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah’s meeting under the direction of Prince Khalid bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Makkah Region and committee chairman, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The committee reviewed current Umrah-season efforts and facilities for visitors to the Grand Mosque, as well as King Abdulaziz International Airport’s readiness to serve 65 million passengers annually. The review covered check-in and processing platforms, health centers, air-conditioned rest areas and welcome halls. Members also considered early preparations for Hajj 1448 AH and development projects underway to facilitate the pilgrimage, and adopted recommendations.
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