SAR Transports 1.9 Million Pilgrims on Mashair Metro During Hajj

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•SAR operated the Mashair Metro to transport more than 1.9 million pilgrims during Hajj 2026.
•The Hajj Ministry implemented a major overhaul of pilgrimage packages, introducing three new enhanced categories.
•Package D was officially scrapped as part of the new Hajj Ministry arrangements.
•The Mashair Metro is a key transport system facilitating pilgrim movement between holy sites in Mecca.

What Could Happen If...

▸If SAR continues to expand and improve Mashair Metro services pilgrim transportation during future Hajj seasons could become more efficient and safer, benefiting millions of attendees and reducing congestion in Mecca.

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🌍Gulf Cooperation Council

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🏛Hajj Ministry 🏛Saudi Arabia Railways

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MESaudi GazetteSAR transports over 1.9 million pilgrims on Mashair Metro during Hajj MESaudi GazetteIn major overhaul, Hajj Ministry introduces 3 enhanced package categories and scrapping Package D

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) transported over 1.9 million pilgrims on the Mashair Metro during the 2026 Hajj season. This large-scale transport effort supports the safe and efficient movement of pilgrims in Mecca, a critical aspect of managing one of the world's largest annual religious gatherings. Additionally, the Hajj Ministry introduced three enhanced package categories and discontinued Package D to improve the pilgrimage experience.