MINA — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah met with representatives of Hajj companies to evaluate the current Hajj operations and launch early preparations for the 2027 Hajj season in Mina on Friday. The minister expressed gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for empowering the Hajj sector. He also commended the Supreme Hajj Committee for driving field integration and operational efficiency. Al-Rabiah emphasized that planning for the next Hajj season systematically begins before the conclusion of the current season. The minister reviewed development opportunities across the pilgrimage roadmap. Participants analyzed performance indicators and pilgrim satisfaction surveys from the 2026 Hajj season to plan upgrades for digital platforms, housing, transport, and crowd management. Al-Rabiah emphasized that these proactive efforts align with the goals of the Pilgrim Experience Program, a core pillar of Saudi Vision 2030, to enrich the spiritual journey of pilgrims.