The Grand Mosque receives 904,000 Umrah pilgrims on the 4th of Ramadan... Details and statistics
the Grand Mosque recorded a record number of visitors, with more than 904,000 pilgrims and worshippers performing their rituals in a spiritual atmosphere of reverence and tranquility. This massive influx in the early days of the holy month reflects the profound significance of the Grand Mosque in the hearts of Muslims and demonstrates the success of the operational plans implemented by the relevant authorities to accommodate these millions of visitors.
An integrated service system for the comfort of the pilgrims
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques continues its round-the-clock field and organizational efforts to ensure the smooth flow of movement and the comfort of worshippers and pilgrims. These efforts include implementing advanced crowd management plans, meticulously organizing the Tawaf and Sa'i routes to prevent overcrowding, and intensifying cleaning and sanitization operations using the latest technologies to guarantee a safe and healthy environment for all. Furthermore, guidance and information services have been enhanced in several international languages, making it easier for visitors of all nationalities to perform their rituals with ease.
Umrah during Ramadan: A great virtue and increasing demand
The holy month of Ramadan holds immense religious significance for Muslims worldwide, with millions eager to perform Umrah during this time, seeking the multiplied rewards based on prophetic traditions that equate a Ramadan Umrah with a Hajj pilgrimage alongside the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This religious and spiritual dimension is the primary driver behind the year-on-year increase in numbers, making the management of these crowds a logistical challenge that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia successfully handles with competence and efficiency, dedicating all its resources to serving the pilgrims.
The Kingdom's vision and the expansion of the Two Holy Mosques
These impressive figures cannot be separated from the broader context of the Kingdom's efforts to develop the Two Holy Mosques, which align with the goals of Vision 2030. The Vision aims to increase the capacity for Umrah pilgrims to 30 million annually. The Third Saudi Expansion Project, the development of digital infrastructure, and the streamlining of arrival procedures through electronic platforms have been key factors in accommodating this massive number (904,000) in a single day, while maintaining the high quality of services provided.
Preparing for the last ten days
The authority affirmed that the recorded numbers reflect the scale of efforts exerted to utilize all available human and technological resources, noting that work is being carried out in full coordination with all relevant security and service agencies. With the approach of the second third and final ten days of the holy month, the concerned authorities have raised their readiness to the highest level, as the numbers are expected to double. This necessitates the continuation of diligent work to ensure the safety and security of those visiting the Grand Mosque and to provide a safe and conducive environment for worship befitting the sanctity of the place and time.
