Saudi-based Kidana Development Company, the executive arm of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, has completed the first phase of its double-storey tent project at Mina in the Makkah province, representing approximately 75 per cent of the total project carried out in partnership with the private sector.

The project is part of a comprehensive development plan designed to enrich the pilgrim experience, increase capacity, and improve the quality of accommodation services in Mina, said Kidana.

The first phase, developed in collaboration with a national company, covers more than 20,000 sq m and includes over 40 buildings equipped with more than 550 restrooms.

The construction was completed in approximately 100 days using various techniques to fast track implementation.

During the last Hajj season, approximately 8,000 pilgrims, both domestic and international, were expected to use the site, it added.

The entire project is scheduled for completion by next year’s Hajj season, with an expected capacity of up to 20,000 pilgrims.