RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Commerce is sending inspection teams to central Makkah and the roads leading to ensure that commercial outlets are complying with consumer protection regulations ahead of Hajj. The teams made 24,880 visits to the central area of the Grand Mosque, the Haramain express train, commercial centers, sales outlets, gold and jewelry markets, service centers, and petrol stations. As well as the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah and the markets surrounding it. During these inspections, 1,259 immediate violations were recorded, the Saudi Press Agency said. This effort is part of the ministrys operational plan for the Hajj season in Makkah, Madinah, and the holy sites. The plan aims to ensure the availability of food commodities for pilgrims and visitors, as well as to ensure that commercial establishments and outlets comply with consumer protection regulations.