Madinah Welcomes Pilgrims After Completing Hajj
Madinah received the first groups of pilgrims arriving from Makkah after performing the Hajj rituals. They arrived on the Haramain High-Speed Train and buses, and the relevant authorities ensured their smooth accommodation.
Organized Reception of Pilgrims in Madinah
On Friday evening, Madinah officially began receiving the first flows of pilgrims who completed the sacred rituals in Makkah. The arrival was organized through several transport channels: the modern Haramain High-Speed Train, buses, and private cars along the Hijrah Road. This multi-channel solution allowed for the effective distribution of pilgrim flows and avoided congestion on individual routes. The authorities in Madinah had previously prepared a comprehensive system of field and organizational services, including reception centers, coordination with security forces, and directing pilgrims to their accommodations, mainly in the central area of the Haram.
Infrastructure and Services for Pilgrims
The Prophet's Mosque is prepared to receive a huge number of worshippers using advanced solutions. 141 gates are open in the men's and women's sections, and movement is organized through 100 pathways under the guidance of crowd management specialists. More than 25,000 carpets have been laid throughout the mosque and its courtyards. Copies of the Holy Quran and its translations into various languages have been installed for the convenience of pilgrims from different nationalities. 194 escalators and elevators are operational to facilitate the movement of worshippers, especially the elderly and disabled, for whom special wheelchair and electric vehicle rental points have been designated.
Special Services and Accessibility
The authorities have paid special attention to the comfort of vulnerable categories of pilgrims. Specialized assistance services have been organized for the elderly and persons with disabilities. A navigation system through digital screens helps pilgrims orient themselves within the mosque complex. Access to Rawdat al-Sharif is regulated according to approved schedules and capacity limits, allowing the maximum number of worshippers to pray and send greetings to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his two companions. The round-the-clock operation of all services ensures continuous support for pilgrims.
Coordination Between Authorities and Reception Centers
Field teams are working in reception centers in cooperation with law enforcement agencies to organize the entry of buses and meet air pilgrims through the Hijrah Center, as well as to meet ground pilgrims through the Ground Pilgrim Reception Center. The General Directorate of the Holy Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has completed all preparatory work, focusing efforts on creating a safe and well-equipped environment for worshippers. This is a comprehensive approach, where each element of the infrastructure is planned to facilitate the pilgrimage and enhance its spiritual significance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What means of transport are used to deliver pilgrims to Madinah?
Pilgrims arrive on the Haramain High-Speed Train, buses, and private cars along the Hijrah Road. This variety of transport channels ensures flexibility and efficiency in distributing pilgrim flows to their accommodations.
What services are provided for the elderly and disabled?
Special assistance services have been organized for vulnerable categories of pilgrims, including wheelchair and electric vehicle rental points, as well as escalators and elevators to facilitate movement within the Prophet's Mosque complex.
How many gates are open in the Prophet's Mosque for the entry of pilgrims?
141 gates are open in the men's and women's sections of the mosque. The movement of pilgrims is organized through 100 pathways under the guidance of crowd management specialists, ensuring safety and order.
