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Saudi Arabia steps up for Umrah 2025: Focus on safety, simplicity, and support for pilgrims

Saudi Arabia is gearing up to enhance the Umrah pilgrimage experience for 2025. New digital tools, including the 'Rushd' app, will aid pilgrims. Safety bracelets will support vulnerable visitors in Makkah and Madinah. Infrastructure upgrades and staff training are underway. The Ministry of Tourism is enforcing stricter accommodation standards. Service centers will offer multilingual assistance and mobility aids.

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