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Hajj 2026: 34,000 beneficiaries for the 1447H season announced
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Mr. Toufiq announced that 34,000 individuals will benefit from the Hajj for the 1447H season. In response to an oral question in the House of Representatives regarding "improving Hajj services and ensuring optimal organization of this operation," posed by the Authenticity and Modernity group, Mr. Toufiq stated that the cost of Hajj under the official organization has been set at 63,121 dirhams, a decrease of 3,000 dirhams compared to the previous year. Measures taken include strengthening coordination with various departments, institutions, and bodies that are members of the Royal Commission in charge of the pilgrimage, each within its area of competence. These measures also include organizing training and supervision sessions for pilgrims, intensifying awareness programs through national media and in mosques, and developing guidance manuals covering the different stages of Hajj. He also highlighted the establishment of lists of supervisors and escorts, with one supervisor for every 49 pilgrims, as well as the development of a pilgrim transportation program according to a precise schedule. Pilgrims will also have a digital card containing all necessary information throughout the Hajj period. Regarding coordination with the competent authorities in Saudi Arabia, Mr. Toufiq noted that a protocol was concluded for this purpose on the sidelines of the Hajj and Umrah Services Conference and Exhibition. He remarked that Saudi authorities awarded the Moroccan mission a distinction l
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