Saudi Arabia: Road Network Fully Prepared to Serve Hajj Pilgrims

As the annual Hajj pilgrimage season approaches, the Saudi Roads General Authority (RGA) has completed extensive preparations to ensure the smooth and safe travel of pilgrims throughout the Kingdom.

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Key Preparations

• Road Inspections: Comprehensive inspections of all roads connecting the holy sites have been conducted.
• Infrastructure Improvements:
  • New Road Projects: 234.21 km of new roads delivered.
  • Maintenance: 7,401.5 km of existing roads maintained.
  • Safety Enhancements:
    • 125,591 reflective studs installed.
    • 1,622 directional and warning signs placed.
    • 24,255 km of road markings applied.
    • 41.6 km of safety barriers installed.
    • Five intersections upgraded.
    • 150 lighting poles fitted.
    • 247 bridges inspected and maintained.

Technology and Monitoring

• Traffic Management: Over 20 modern technologies and two innovations have been implemented to enhance safety and manage increasing traffic demands.
• Road Monitoring: 300 round-the-clock road monitors have been deployed to ensure smooth traffic flow.

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Advanced AI Utilization

The RGA has utilized the world’s largest AI-driven road survey and inspection fleet, which includes:

• Damage mapping
• Skid resistance testing
• Deviation and thickness inspections
• Roughness index testing
• Drone-based assessments
• Paint quality tests

These initiatives enable precise and efficient evaluations of road conditions.

Achievements

The RGA’s efforts have significantly improved the Kingdom’s infrastructure ranking:

• 4th among G20 nations in infrastructure quality.
• 1st globally in road connectivity.
• 1st in the Arab region for warning vibration technologies.

With an extensive road network spanning over 73,000 km, the RGA plays a crucial role in connecting holy sites with various regions, facilitating economic, tourist, and social movement.

The authority remains committed to enhancing the pilgrim experience through strategic policies focused on safety, quality, and traffic management, ensuring a seamless journey for all pilgrims traveling via Saudi Arabia’s roads.

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