Islamic Affairs: 240 shuttle flights for guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing and dedicated efforts to serve pilgrims, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance a pioneering initiative aimed at facilitating the performance of Hajj rituals. The Ministry has allocated more than 240 daily shuttle flights to serve those hosted under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visit. This round-the-clock service transports guests from their accommodations in Makkah to the Grand Mosque and back, ensuring they can perform their prayers and rituals with ease and convenience.
Historical background of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program
is The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program one of the most prominent Islamic and humanitarian initiatives adopted by the wise leadership of the Kingdom for decades. The program aims to host thousands of Muslims from around the world, including Islamic elites, scholars, and families of martyrs, to perform Hajj and Umrah. This historic initiative reflects the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to addressing the needs of Muslims and strengthening the bonds of brotherhood and solidarity among members of the Islamic nation across the globe.
Specifications for shuttle service and traffic management
To ensure the highest levels of service, the Ministry explained that these shuttle services are operated using a fleet of modern buses equipped to the highest international standards to guarantee passenger comfort and safety. These buses travel along carefully planned and designated routes to avoid traffic congestion, in continuous and effective coordination with the relevant security and traffic authorities in the Holy City of Mecca. This meticulous organization primarily aims to reduce waiting times and facilitate the movement of pilgrims between their accommodations and the Grand Mosque.
Importance and impact according to Saudi Vision 2030
These organizational efforts are of paramount importance at the local, regional, and international levels. Locally, these steps translate the objectives of the “Guests of God Service Program,” one of the most important programs of Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to bring about a qualitative leap in the Hajj and Umrah experience. Internationally, providing this exceptional care reinforces the Kingdom’s leading role as the custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and leaves a profound positive impact on the pilgrims who return to their countries carrying unforgettable spiritual memories.
An integrated system to serve the guests of God
The shuttle service is an integral part of a comprehensive system of services provided by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs to the program's guests. This system includes accommodation, meals, healthcare, and guidance programs. All these efforts combine to create an ideal spiritual and organizational environment that enables pilgrims to fully dedicate themselves to worship and perform their rituals with complete peace of mind and ease, under comprehensive, round-the-clock care.
