Adahi Project to process 950,000 heads of sacrificial animals within 84 hours
MINA — Supervisor-General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Project for Utilization of Hady and Adahi (Adahi) Saad Al-Wabel said that the project aims to process 950,000 heads of sacrificial animals within 84 hours to serve pilgrims so as to ensure the smooth and seamless performance of the ritual. He said that the project carried out 287,067 sacrifices on Eid Al-Adha (Dhu Al-Hijjah 10) and sold over 811,486 heads of livestock.
He noted that these figures underscore the significant efforts made by the project's operating entities to facilitate Hajj services and ensure the quality and safety of sacrifices at every stage. Additionally, 19,931 sacrifices were distributed to eligible recipients, fulfilling the humanitarian and social objectives of this important ritual.
Al-Wabel said that the operations include the operation of seven complexes, ensuring the provision of high-quality services to the guests of God. He noted the readiness of 25,000 human cadres in various administrative, technical, medical, and engineering specialties, working within a precise and coordinated system to ensure smooth operations, while ensuring the pilgrims' comfort and implementing the best environmental practices.
According to Al-Wabel, the project will continue throughout the Days of Tashreeq, in coordination with the relevant authorities, to ensure the timely completion of sacrifices and their proper distribution to eligible recipients. This effort reflects the principle of social solidarity and aims to ensure distributions are conducted efficiently.
He noted that the project operates through an integrated system designed to ensure smooth procedures and swift execution, enhancing pilgrims' satisfaction and facilitating the performance of their rituals.
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