The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque officially announced the approved timetable for visiting the Noble Garden during the holy month of Ramadan, as part of its operational plan for the Umrah and visitation season, with the aim of ensuring smooth movement and providing the opportunity for the largest number of Muslims to pray in this holy place in a safe and convenient faith-based atmosphere.

Visit schedule during the first twenty days of Ramadan

The authority explained that the visitation schedule relies on precise time intervals separating men and women to ensure privacy and comfort. For the first twenty days of Ramadan , the times were set as follows:

• For men: Two periods daily; the first is morning and evening, extending from 11:20 am to 8:00 pm, and the second is nighttime, from 2:00 am to 5:00 am.
• For women: There are two periods as well; the first from 11:00 PM until 1:40 AM, and the second in the morning from 6:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

Visiting times during the last ten days

Due to the expected high density in the last ten days of Ramadan, the authority made slight adjustments to accommodate the numbers, and the times are as follows:

• For men: three periods; the first from 11:20 am to 8:00 pm, the second from 11:00 pm to 12:00 am, and the third from 2:00 am to 5:00 am.
• For women: One morning period has been allocated, extending from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

The importance of the Holy Garden and its spiritual significance

Visiting the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah) holds immense importance in the hearts of Muslims, for it is the place about which the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Between my house and my pulpit is a garden from the gardens of Paradise.” Praying there is among the most significant spiritual experiences for visitors to Medina, especially during Ramadan, when rewards are multiplied. Pilgrims from all corners of the earth are keen to seize the opportunity to be in this blessed space for supplication and prayer, making the organization of entry and exit a vital necessity to maintain the tranquility of the place and the safety of visitors.

Technical organization through “Nusk” and the Kingdom’s efforts

The authority emphasized that entry to the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah) is contingent upon booking an appointment in advance through the Nusuk app, stressing the importance of adhering to the time specified in the permit. This regulation is part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to utilize technology to serve pilgrims, aiming to eliminate overcrowding and achieve the highest standards of safety and security, in line with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to facilitate the journey of pilgrims and visitors and enrich their religious and cultural experience.

In accordance with the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior, His Excellency the Director of Public Security, Lieutenant General Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Bassami, issued administrative decisions to promote 4,333 members of the Public Security to the ranks following their current ranks. These decisions included various professional specializations and geographical regions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Leadership support for security competencies

This blessed step comes as an extension of the unlimited support that the wise leadership – may God protect them – provides to all security sectors, and their continuous commitment to caring for the security personnel who work tirelessly to ensure the comfort of citizens and residents. These promotions serve as a significant morale booster, aiming to raise the spirits of sector personnel and enhance their professional competence, which will positively impact the quality of field and administrative performance and guarantee the continued excellence of the security system.

Strengthening the security system and keeping pace with development

In light of the rapid developments taking place in the Kingdom under Vision 2030, the public security sector is a cornerstone in achieving quality of life goals and providing a safe and attractive environment for investment and tourism. Investing in human capital through promotions and continuous training is an integral part of the Ministry of Interior's strategy to develop security capabilities and empower national personnel to professionally address various security and modern technological challenges.

Thanks and appreciation to the leadership

On this occasion, His Excellency Lieutenant General Mohammed Al-Bassami expressed his deepest gratitude and appreciation to His Royal Highness the Minister of Interior for his continued support and meticulous attention to the affairs of Public Security personnel. His Excellency affirmed that this generous attention embodies the leadership's commitment to providing all the necessary resources to enable security personnel to perform their national duties with utmost competence, and enhances the sector's readiness to serve the religion, the King, and the nation.

Congratulations and best wishes

The Director of Public Security extended his sincere congratulations to the officers who received promotions, praying to God Almighty that these promotions would strengthen their resolve and motivate them to exert even greater effort, dedication, and commitment to their work. He emphasized the importance of recognizing the responsibility entrusted to them in safeguarding the nation's security, stability, and resources, wishing them all continued success and guidance in their careers.