The Omani Hajj mission departed from Muscat International Airport on Sunday, June 2, 2024, heading to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Dr. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Maamari, Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs, along with several ministry officials, bid farewell to the mission members.
Led by Sultan bin Saeed Al Hinai, the mission is set to proceed to the mission headquarters in Mecca upon arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. While in Mecca and Medina, the Omani Hajj delegation will assist pilgrims, oversee their rituals, and cater to other guests.
The mission comprises various delegations including fatwa and religious guidance, administrative and financial, supervision of Hajj companies, medical, Royal Oman Police, State Audit Institution, media, and scout delegations.
The head of the Omani Hajj mission assured that preparations for Mina and Arafat camps were on track during a recent press conference. Additional improvements are being made to the camps to enhance the pilgrims' experience and ease any challenges they may face, as these camps are temporary structures for accommodating pilgrims.
This year, the number of pilgrims from the Sultanate of Oman totals 14,000, including 13,500 Omanis, 250 Arab residents, and 250 expatriates. Additionally, the number of Hajj companies for this year stands at 31.
