Jeddah: Saudi Arabian authorities have enhanced the Kingdom’s security measures in order to ensure the safety of visiting pilgrims from across the globe.
Saudi Immigration department had prepared to receive the buses that would transport pilgrims to Mecca and other holy sites, these pilgrims have travelled from around the globe.
Security forces have been deployed at the entry gates to Islam’s holy sites, this measure is intended to block any illegal activity or infiltration by unpermitted people.
“There are nine gates to Mecca. They aim at inspecting the visitors – whether they are citizens or residents in the Kingdom- to make sure that they have their Hajj permits,” said the head of Mecca’s passport department, Brigadier Ayid al-Lukmani.
Additionally, Saudi officials are warning that they will impound any vehicle that does not abide by the regulations set by the road authority; each person who flouts the rules will be fined 10,000 Saudi riyals ($2,666.60).
Those wishing to enter Mecca are subject to a thorough inspection process, making sure that pilgrims have the right Hajj permit.
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