Jeddah Municipality's efforts during the 1447 AH Hajj season: 1084 inspection tours
As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's intensive preparations to serve pilgrims, the Jeddah Municipality revealed the extent of its field inspection efforts to monitor compliance by commercial, food, and health establishments. These diligent efforts are part of the comprehensive operational plan approved for the success of the 1447 AH Hajj season, with the primary objective of raising the level of compliance and enforcing municipal regulations, protecting the public health of pilgrims, and ensuring the safety of the city's residents and visitors during this exceptional period.
The strategic importance of Jeddah during the Hajj season of 1447 AH
Jeddah's historical and geographical significance makes it the primary gateway to the Two Holy Mosques. Throughout history, Jeddah has been, and remains, the first stop for pilgrims arriving from all corners of the earth via its sea and air ports before proceeding to Mecca. With the Kingdom's ongoing development, the responsibilities of government agencies, particularly the Jeddah Municipality, have increased to ensure the provision of the best possible services. Early preparations for the 1447 AH Hajj season reflect the Kingdom's unwavering commitment, both leadership and people, to providing a safe and healthy environment for pilgrims. This commitment is an extension of a long-standing legacy of serving Islam and Muslims, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to enrich the religious and cultural experience of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Details of the inspection tours to ensure the safety of pilgrims
The Jeddah Municipality presented figures detailing the scale of its achievements during the first days of Dhul-Hijjah. Field teams conducted a total of 1,084 intensive inspection tours between the 1st and 6th of Dhul-Hijjah. These tours covered 11 sub-municipalities, with a particular focus on vital facilities located on the main roads leading to Makkah and the Holy Sites. Targeted locations included gas stations, commercial centers and markets, various food establishments, and barbershops, all to ensure the provision of services that meet the expectations of pilgrims and guarantee their safety during their spiritual journey.
The local and international impact of successful operational plans
The importance of these rigorous monitoring measures extends beyond the local level, impacting regionally and internationally. Locally, these measures contribute to enhancing public health, protecting consumers, and supporting the local economy by ensuring the quality of services provided. Internationally, the Kingdom's success in managing this largest global gathering sends a reassuring message to countries worldwide regarding the safety of their citizens. The high level of efficiency in monitoring and crowd management reinforces Saudi Arabia's position as a global model for successfully and effectively managing crises and major events.
The role of the community in improving municipal services
The municipality explained that its inspection teams, under the close supervision of the General Directorate of Municipal Services and Compliance, are continuing their daily field visits to ensure strict adherence to regulations and instructions. It emphasized that all necessary deterrent measures will be taken against violating establishments to enhance public safety and health during the season. In the context of strengthening community partnership, the municipality called upon all residents and visitors to actively contribute to improving the quality of services by reporting any violations or irregularities through the "Baladi" smart application or by contacting the unified reporting center at 940. The municipality stressed that the awareness of citizens and residents is the cornerstone of the success of these efforts.
