Muslims pray at Makkah.

Gulf Today Report

When it comes to checking the coronavirus pandemic, nations around the world are taking no chances. And that includes Saudi Arabia, the birthplace of Islam. The authorities there are pulling out all stops to ensure that the people abide by the rules.

In a new development, three people were caught violating the regulations and instructions related to Hajj in Saudi Arabia. The accused did not obtain the mandatory permit to perform Hajj and they will be fined SAR10,000 (Dhs9,793) each according to the rules, according to ‏Brigadier General Sami Al-Shuwairekh, the official spokesperson of Hajj Security Forces Command.

Workers sterilise the ground in front of the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP

Brigadier General Al-Shuwairekh called on all citizens and residents to abide by the instructions for this year's Hajj season, stressing that the security personnel will take action against those who try to reach the Holy Mosque, its surrounding central area and the holy sites (Mina, Muzdalifah, Arafat) without a permit, until the end of the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah.