Hajj season 1447 AH will return in 2026, and early preparations have already begun for the new season. Yes, keeping the bed occupancy in mind, the Ministry of Tourism in Saudi Arabia has made a big update. They have launched a new e-service! Yes, it allows licensed hospitality operators to apply for increased bed capacity in Makkah and Madinah. Here’s all you need to know about this Hajj-related development.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry Of Tourism Launches New E-Service
Keeping in line with the approved procedures and requirements, hospitality operators can apply for an increased bed capacity for the Hajj season 1447 AH. Yes, this is a part of its effort to develop digital services and streamline procedures. Not to mention, this is bound to enhance operational efficiency and also make the hospitality sector even better equipped to deliver the highest standards of service.
Early Preparations For Hajj 2026
As revealed in a report by the Saudi Gazette, this new service is a part of the ministry’s efforts to prepare early for Hajj 1447 AH. Not to mention, it’s also a part of its strategy to support licensed accommodation providers while also improving service quality. With the aim of ensuring the comfort of pilgrims so that they can perform the spiritual journey with ease, operators can access the service through the tourism activity’s licensing portal. This is available on the website of the ministry.
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MWL Launches Global Digital Quranic Reading Portal
The development comes at a time when recently, the Muslim World League recently inaugurated a series of Quranic projects. This happened at the MWL headquarters in Makkah. This included the Global Digital Quranic Reading Portal, which was established. The first association dedicated to Digital Quranic Reading in the world. Representatives from Global Digital Quranic Reading platforms were in attendance, and it highlighted the advanced efforts for teaching and reciting the Quran remotely.
So with these developments, one can truly expect a spiritual journey in Saudi Arabia for pilgrims. Stay tuned to this space for more Hajj-related details!
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