# Saudi Arabia Booked 21000 Buses Ready to Serve Hajj Pilgrims : 2024

- Link: https://almeirajtravels.in/saudi-arabia-booked-21000-buses/
- Published: 2024-01-22T21:56:51+05:30
- Author: HUMAYUN KABIR

## Modern, Eco-Friendly, and Resilient: Mecca’s Buses Set the Stage for a Seamless Hajj Experience in 2024 Saudi Arabia.

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Mecca’s buses stand out for their modern design, eco-friendly features, and resilience
against carbon emissions.

In preparation for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, [Saudi Arabia](https://almeirajtravels.in/saudi-arabia-fine-sr500/)
is making significant strides to ensure a seamless experience for the estimated 
2 million pilgrims expected this year. The Saudi General Syndicate of Cars has announced
the readiness of 21,000 buses from 65 companies to transport pilgrims during the
upcoming Hajj season.

Spokeswoman Ruba Al Ghusn emphasized the thorough qualification process for these
companies, ensuring operational plans are in place and buses are well-prepared. 
The early preparations for Hajj, set to take place in June, include meticulous planning
and the launch of associated operations earlier this month.

Last year, nearly 2 million pilgrims from around the world participated in Hajj,
marking a return to pre-pandemic levels. Saudi Arabia has already established rules
for this year’s Hajj, with no specific places allotted for countries at the holy
sites. Instead, countries will secure designated places based on the timing of finalizing
contracts.

Tawfiq Al Rabiah, Saudi Ministry of Hajj, explained that priority will be given 
to countries that conclude early contracts, determining their appropriate places
in the holy sites. The issuance of Hajj visas will begin on March 1 and conclude
on the 20th of Shawwal (April 29).

Hajj pilgrims are expected to arrive in [Saudi Arabia](https://gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-21000-buses-readied-to-transport-hajj-pilgrims-1.100566148)
starting on the first day of Dhul Qaidah (May 9). The new mechanism aims to facilitate
preparations for this obligatory Islamic duty, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment
to ensuring a smooth and organized Hajj experience for all pilgrims.