Hyderabad, April 16 -- Over 6.5 million international pilgrims performed Umrah in Saudi Arabia during the first quarter of 2025, representing an 11 percent increase compared to the same period last year, the Saudi Minister of Haj and Umrah, Dr Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, announced.

Speaking at the Second Umrah and Ziyarah Forum held in Madinah, Al-Rabiah underlined the crucial role of digital transformation in enhancing the pilgrimage experience. He pointed to the Nusuk app, which now offers over 100 services and has surpassed 18 million registered users.

Key features of the app include:

Booking Umrah permits

Scheduling visits to the Holy Mosque

Access to the Haramain High-Speed Railway

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