Over 30,000 Iranian Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj
Since the start of Iran’s Hajj dispatch operations on May 5, a total of 30,283 pilgrims have entered the kingdom. They have traveled via flights landing in the cities of Medina and Jeddah.
The dispatch process, which began twelve days ago, has so far involved 207 organized groups.
According to the official schedule, over 85,000 Iranian pilgrims are expected to arrive in Mecca by May 31 to begin the rituals of Hajj.
Iran’s medical teams accompanying the pilgrims have reported 7,348 outpatient visits at Iranian-run medical centers. Two individuals required hospitalization for further treatment. No deaths among Iranian pilgrims have been reported to date.
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In recent days, the head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization visited the holy sites of Mina and Arafat to inspect preparations. The official reviewed cooling systems and sanitary infrastructure set up for Iranian pilgrims in the camps.
The Hajj pilgrimage, one of the largest annual religious gatherings in the world, brings millions of Muslims from across the globe to Mecca each year.
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