MINA: The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, represented by Makkah municipality, removed more than 16,000 tonnes of waste from the holy sites during the Hajj season.
This averaged more than 200 tonnes a day as part of cleaning and sanitation efforts to maintain a healthy environment for pilgrims.
The ministry said the system relied on more than 88,000 cleaning units at the holy sites, supported by 123 waste compactors, 45,000 containers, 1,235 compacting bins, and more than 3,000 vehicles and machines used in field operations.
More than 22,000 workers, inspectors, and staff took part in the efforts. Environmental sanitation covered more than 46,000 locations in Makkah and the holy sites, including spraying, preventive treatment, and disinfection of high-density areas.
Field teams also quickly rehabilitated Mina after pilgrims moved to Arafat, ensuring uninterrupted municipal services and readiness for their return.
