Saudi Arabia targets key pilgrimage roads in Hajj traffic safety push

The Saudi Roads General Authority has launched an awareness campaign aimed at enhancing traffic safety for road users, as part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness, improve the pilgrim experience, and support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. (Reuters/File)

• The campaign aims to promote safe driving, reduce traffic accidents, and ensure smooth traffic flow

MINA: The Saudi Roads General Authority has launched an awareness campaign aimed at enhancing traffic safety for road users, as part of the authority’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness, improve the pilgrim experience, and support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
The campaign aims to promote safe driving, reduce traffic accidents, and ensure smooth traffic flow on roads leading to the holy sites.
It also aims to provide a safe and comfortable transport environment for pilgrims, especially on the Riyadh-Taif Road, Al-Sail Al-Kabeer Road linking Makkah and Taif, and Hijrah Road linking Madinah and Makkah.