OVER 1.6 MILLION PILGRIMS PARTICIPATE AS SAUDI ARABIA CONCLUDES HAJJ 2025
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By: Sefiu Ajape
Saudi Arabia on Monday declared the successful and peaceful completion of the Hajj pilgrimage for the Islamic year 1446, with over 1.67 million pilgrims participating in the sacred rituals.
The announcement was made by Prince Saud bin Mishaal, Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region, who commended the Kingdom’s leadership for facilitating a smooth pilgrimage free from major health, security, or logistical issues.
Official statistics show that 1,506,576 pilgrims traveled from outside the Kingdom, while 166,654 domestic pilgrims—comprising both citizens and residents—took part in the pilgrimage.
Mishaal said, “Total pilgrims1,673,230, including 877,841 male pilgrims and 795,389 female pilgrims.”
Prince Mishaal commended the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, attributing the smooth conduct of the pilgrimage to their leadership and the operational efficiency of the supporting agencies.
“The pilgrims performed their rites in safety and peace, thanks to the distinguished execution of operational plans,” he said, also highlighting the pilgrims’ compliance with regulations as a key factor in the season’s success.
He confirmed that planning for the next Hajj season would begin immediately, emphasising the Kingdom’s pride in its continued service to the holy sites and visitors from around the world.
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