Mina, July 17, 2021, SPA -- The first batch of pilgrims coming from Jeddah and Madinah by the Haramain High-Speed Railway arrived in Makkah today. The Transport General Authority said that this batch includes 187 pilgrims who arrived at Ar Rusayfah Station in Makkah, and they will be transported by buses to the Grand Holy Mosque. The Authority added that it monitors commitment to applying precautionary and preventive measures. It also inspects the buses transporting pilgrims to ensure their compliance and readiness in all regulatory and technical aspects, so that pilgrims enjoy safe and comfortable transportation services during this year's Hajj season. --SPA 15:24 LOCAL TIME 12:24 GMT 0015 www.spa.gov.sa/w1587120