Saudi Arabia’s Hajj and Umrah agent for the Maldives, Rawaf Mina, has assured that the necessary arrangements will be made to facilitate Maldivian pilgrims undertaking the Hajj pilgrimage this year.

The assurance was given during a meeting held between the Maldivian Hajj mission and representatives of Rawaf Mina in Makkah. The meeting focused on preparations and ongoing efforts related to services being provided for Maldivian pilgrims ahead of their arrival in the holy city.

Rawaf Mina was represented at the meeting by its Chief Executive Officer Zuhair Abdul Hamid Sadayo, while the Maldives was represented by Sheikh Imthithau Abbas, Head of the Maldivian Pilgrimage Office in Makkah, along with members of the Hajj Mission.

According to information shared during the meeting, discussions were also held on logistical arrangements and preparations required to ensure services for Maldivian pilgrims are carried out smoothly during the Hajj season.

Mutawwifs are special assistants appointed to facilitate and support pilgrims travelling to Makkah for Hajj, with Rawaf Mina serving as the authorised Saudi Hajj and Umrah agent for the Maldives