Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Gov. Prince Fahd bin Sultan met with members of the government sector and representatives of the Haj agencies to view the arrangements and services provided to pilgrims arriving via the Halat Ammar port.
He inspected arrangements made by government and military agencies for pilgrims at the port. Pilgrims have been arriving there since Sept. 15.
Prince Fahd viewed the ongoing projects for the development of the port, which include expanding the customs areas, housing complexes, new buildings for the Committee of Haj and Umrah, and new arrival and departure gates.
He urged those in charge of implementation of the projects, which are worth more than SR100 million, to complete them rapidly in order to give those entering the country a smooth passage.
He also inspected the health services provided to the pilgrims through the Health Monitoring Center.
Meanwhile, Tabuk police announced the arrest of 3,029 violators last month confirming they were handed over to competent authorities for further action.
In a press statement Friday, police said the campaign covers all provinces and centers in the region, and will continue until all objectives of maintaining security and safety for all are met.
Authorities highlighted the importance of cooperation from citizens by reporting any violators of the regulations.
Police checkpoints turned back 1,708 pilgrims without Haj permits. These checkpoints are located on all roads leading to the area and will continue to operate until the end of the pilgrimage season.
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