Madinah, January 1, 2025 – Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Madinah Region and Chairman of the Hajj and Visit Committee in the region, chaired an important meeting today to discuss the preparations for the upcoming month of Ramadan. The meeting, which was held in Madinah, was attended by the heads of several key government agencies, underscoring the collaborative efforts being made to ensure a smooth and successful Ramadan season for visitors.
During the session, Prince Salman expressed his deep appreciation for the unwavering attention and care provided by the Kingdom’s wise leadership to the visitors of the Prophet’s Mosque. He highlighted the significant importance of this period, emphasizing the necessity of raising the level of readiness among all concerned authorities to ensure the highest standards of comfort, security, and reassurance for the millions of visitors expected during Ramadan.
The discussions focused on a range of logistical, security, and operational aspects, aiming to facilitate the seamless flow of visitors, ensure their safety, and provide them with a spiritually enriching experience. Prince Salman stressed the importance of comprehensive coordination between all relevant agencies, with a particular emphasis on ensuring the efficient and smooth movement of pilgrims and visitors to and from the Prophet's Mosque and other key religious sites in Madinah.
As part of the preparations, the meeting also addressed the latest developments concerning operations at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport. The governor noted the importance of enhancing the airport’s capabilities to handle the expected influx of travelers during the holy month. Various measures were discussed to streamline arrivals, manage transportation, and ensure that visitors have a smooth experience from the moment they arrive in the city.
The meeting concluded with a strong commitment to enhancing coordination and readiness across all levels of government and service providers to ensure that the visitors to Madinah during Ramadan receive the highest levels of service and hospitality. This ongoing preparation is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader effort to support the needs of pilgrims and visitors, making their experience as comfortable, secure, and spiritually fulfilling as possible during the holy month of Ramadan.