Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al‑Sudais mandates that every obligatory prayer at Masjid al‑Haram and Masjid an‑Nabawi include secondary imams and muezzins to maintain uninterrupted worship.
Grand Mosque in Mecca now incurs a monthly electricity bill of SR15 million (approximately $4 million), with daily consumption reaching nearly 100 MVA. The figures come as the mosque completes its largest-ever expansion, increasing its capacity to accommodate over 2 million worshipers.
Masjid Al-Haram now features a carpet installation totaling 200 kilometers in length. The system consists of 33,000 Saudi-made, luxurious carpets designed for heavy use during Fridays and peak pilgrimage seasons.
The Grand Mosque now provides free, round-the-clock Children’s Hospitality Centers during Ramadan, offering a safe, nurturing environment with educational and recreational programs to support families visiting the holy site.
Pilgrims visiting the Grand Mosque can now take advantage of a secure luggage storage service available 24/7 throughout Ramadan, featuring smart tracking, surveillance, and designated drop-off and collection points.