Makkah, June 17, 2026(Kamran Raja): The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque successfully completed the annual replacement of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa for the year 1448 AH in just three hours, marking a significant operational achievement that reflects the Kingdom’s high level of preparedness, technical expertise, and organizational excellence. The Kiswa changing ceremony, one of the most precise and sensitive operations associated with the Holy Kaaba, was carried out according to a meticulously planned schedule and under the highest standards of safety and quality. The swift completion of the process demonstrates the Authority’s advanced operational capabilities and the continuous development of national expertise in serving the Two Holy Mosques.
This year’s operation highlighted the cumulative experience gained through years of specialized work and ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency. Continuous improvements in planning, coordination, and execution enabled the Authority to further reduce the time required for the replacement while maintaining the highest levels of performance, precision, and procedural safety. The successful completion of the ceremony underscores the professionalism and competence of Saudi personnel entrusted with the care of Islam’s holiest sites. It also reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to leveraging advanced operational practices and highly trained national cadres to ensure the seamless management of religious services and sacred sites. The achievement is a testament to the wise leadership’s unwavering dedication to the Two Holy Mosques and its continued support for all initiatives aimed at enhancing their care, maintenance, and service for worshippers and visitors from around the world.