Haj awareness drive

MAKKAH: The government announced here yesterday that it would take tough action against pilgrims who try to enter Makkah and other holy places without Haj permits. “There is a legal system to perform Haj and people should know that being a pilgrim is not an excuse to violate regulations and cause problems to others,” said Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal. He was speaking at the launch of a media campaign aimed at enlightening Saudis and expatriate workers on the need to follow Haj regulations. Entitled “Haj Is Worship and Civilized Behavior,” the campaign has been organized by the Makkah Governorate in association with the Ministry of Haj, Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Ministry of Culture and Information, Public Security Department and the Passport Department. read more.............