SAUDIA ARABIA: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a new digital guide to assist pilgrims embarking on the Hajj and Umrah journeys. This comprehensive guide, available in 16 languages including Urdu, aims to provide essential support to both local and international pilgrims. The guide is available in both text and audio formats, ensuring that a wide range of individuals can access the information they need, regardless of their language or technical expertise.
The guide covers a wide array of topics that are crucial for pilgrims to be aware of during their religious journey. These topics include cybersecurity, legal and financial matters, and essential health information, all of which are vital for ensuring a smooth and safe pilgrimage. By offering this guide in multiple formats and languages, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is making the pilgrimage process more accessible and inclusive for all Muslims worldwide.
Additionally, the digital guide provides detailed information about key religious sites and the specific rituals of Hajj and Umrah. Pilgrims can learn about the significance of various sacred locations, the proper conduct during the rituals, and the spiritual importance of each step in the journey. This information is designed to help pilgrims not only complete the rites correctly but also to deepen their understanding and experience of the pilgrimage.
As part of the preparations for the upcoming pilgrimage, the Ministry also announced that meningitis vaccination will be mandatory for all domestic pilgrims this year. Pilgrims will need to provide proof of vaccination to purchase any Hajj packages. This measure is being implemented to ensure the health and safety of all participants, and to prevent the spread of infectious diseases during the pilgrimage.
