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Makkah: Miqats, the initial gateways for entering the state of Ihram during Hajj or Umrah, are undergoing a significant development process, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Led by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, the initiative aims to improve the entrances鈥� efficiency and enhance their readiness for the ever-growing number of pilgrims.
During the last Hajj season, operational plans succeeded in reducing pilgrims鈥� waiting time from 80 to 39 minutes, achieving a 100 percent visitor feedback response rate and 99 percent service quality and visitor satisfaction rate.
Ongoing projects include preparing detailed designs for Miqat Qarn Al-Manazil with a focus on reorganizing internal traffic, expanding prayer areas and upgrading service facilities.
Development plans for Miqat Wadi Muharram aim to improve facility efficiency, enhance the visual landscape and link the site to major traffic routes.
Commission CEO Saleh Al-Rasheed said it was part of a strategic vision to improve operations, ensure sustainability and expand site capacity.
He added that the projects were designed to preserve Islamic architectural identity while providing a spiritual experience for worshippers.