Oman Hajj Mission resolves temporary halt of pilgrim buses
Published: 08:05 AM,May 29,2025 | EDITED : 12:05 PM,May 29,2025
Muscat: The Oman Hajj Mission said in a statement that the temporary halt of several buses carrying pilgrims from Oman at al Sail al Kabir Miqat in the holy lands has been addressed in coordination with the relevant Saudi authorities.
The mission expressed its deep appreciation for the determination of all Omani pilgrims travelling overland to perform the sacred Hajj rituals, acknowledging the physical and emotional challenges of the journey.
According to the statement issued by the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs, the Omani mission closely followed up on the status of Omani drivers transporting pilgrims along the land route, particularly at the al Sail Miqat point, where a delay had occurred. Immediate and proactive communication with the concerned authorities resulted in approval being granted for the buses to resume their journey.
The mission expressed its deep appreciation for the determination of all Omani pilgrims travelling overland to perform the sacred Hajj rituals, acknowledging the physical and emotional challenges of the journey.
According to the statement issued by the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs, the Omani mission closely followed up on the status of Omani drivers transporting pilgrims along the land route, particularly at the al Sail Miqat point, where a delay had occurred. Immediate and proactive communication with the concerned authorities resulted in approval being granted for the buses to resume their journey.