Prince Khalid al-Faisal, the Governor of Makkah region, and Head of the Hajj central committee, followed up today the ascendance of the pilgrims to the Mount of Arafat. He said in a statement that the ascendance of the pilgrims to Arafat was completed, adding that all pilgrims felt comfortable and stable in an atmosphere of strong faith and security. He noted that the Saudi Government has exerted intensive efforts to enable the pilgrims perform their rituals in comfort and ease. Prince Khalid attributed the success of the ascendance of the pilgrims to Arafat to the grace of Allah Almighty and to the efforts exerted by the concerned authorities to ensure the success of the ascendance plan. Prince Khalid reiterated that all the services and facilities needed by the pilgrims are available in ample quantities notably the food stuffs and medical supplies. The people in this country are recruited for the service of the pilgrims since their arrival until their departure after performing Hajj rituals, he said. --MORE
