35,000 volunteers mobilized as Hajj Volunteer Operations Center launches 1447 AH operations

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th May, 2026) The Hajj Volunteer Operations Center has launched its activities for the Hajj 1447 AH season with plans to mobilize more than 35,000 male and female volunteers across the holy sites to support pilgrims during Hajj rituals.

According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the center is operating for the third consecutive year in cooperation with several government and nonprofit organizations, including the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the Pilgrim Experience Program, and the National Center for Non-Profit Sector.

The report said the center aims to organize and strengthen volunteer efforts through an integrated operational system designed to improve coordination among participating organizations and enhance services provided to pilgrims.

Authorities said the initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing institutional volunteer model based on digital systems, unified operations, and real-time performance monitoring.

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SPA told APP that during Hajj 1446 AH, the center facilitated the participation of more than 34,000 volunteers who completed over 2.8 million volunteer hours, exceeding planned participation targets by 138 percent.

The report said the center uses an integrated digital monitoring system to track volunteer performance, analyze field data, and improve coordination among volunteer teams and participating entities.

Officials added that the operational framework helps unify the efforts of government institutions, nonprofit organizations, and volunteer groups under one coordinated system focused on field requirements during Hajj.

According to SPA, this year’s operational plan focuses on expanding volunteer opportunities, improving readiness levels, and increasing the use of digital solutions to manage volunteer activities more effectively during the Hajj season.