SAR, Hitachi Rail Sign Makkah Pilgrim Metro Upgrade Deal
Saudi Arabia Railways and Hitachi Rail have signed a contract to modernize the Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro, the 18 km line that moves pilgrims between the holy sites during Hajj.
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Saudi Arabia Railways and Hitachi Rail have signed a contract to modernize the Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro, the 18 km line that moves pilgrims between the holy sites during Hajj.
Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities released its 2027 tourist Hajj lottery results on September 30, 2026, with 145,530 applicants competing for places and winners given 15 days to pay.
India's Haj Committee has opened a special window offering 500 additional Haj 2027 seats under the Mehram category, with applications accepted from September 23 to October 7, 2026.
Singapore has 900 Hajj 2027 places allocated on a first-come basis through MyHajSG, with a medical assessment deadline of October 13 and Letter of Intent acceptance by October 18.
Indonesia, Pakistan and India lead the provisional Hajj 2027 country quota list, though several national figures remain subject to change as Saudi Arabia finalises allocations.
Qatar has opened Hajj 2027 registration through hajj.gov.qa with a 4,400 quota, running from September 20 to October 20, 2026, with strict eligibility and health rules.
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