Saudi Hajj Minister congratulates King Salman and Crown Prince on successful 1447 Hajj season

Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan al‑Rabiah extended formal congratulations to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the smooth conduct of the 1447 AH Hajj season. The ministry reported that 1,707,301 pilgrims performed the rites, attributing the success to extensive coordination among more than 60 governmental and operational agencies and to the Crown Prince’s direct oversight, which enhanced integration of services and safety for worshippers. The minister linked the achievements to the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 goals of improving the pilgrim experience and operational readiness.

The statement also praised the combined efforts of national staff, volunteers, and service providers, emphasizing the high level of readiness and the role of leadership in ensuring a secure and efficient pilgrimage.