Riyadh: Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro launched today its first journeys for the 1447 AH Hajj season, serving pilgrims across nine stations linking the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah.

According to Saudi Press Agency, each train accommodates up to 3,000 passengers, with an operational capacity of 72,000 passengers per hour. This season's plan targets over two million passengers across 2,000 journeys, reducing the need for more than 50,000 bus trips during the season.

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) completed maintenance and preparation works for the fleet of 17 trains ahead of the season, including upgrades to signaling, communication systems, and the control center.