Extreme Weather Ahead Of The Peak Of Hajj, Pilgrims Are Asked To Take Extra Care Of Their Health

Illustration of Hajj (ANTARA)

JAKARTA The Hajj Organizing Body (BP Hajj) reminded all Indonesian pilgrims to maintain their health and prepare physically as well as possible before the peak of the implementation of worship in Arafah, Muzdalifah, and Mina. This warning was conveyed in line with the start of the phase of arrival of the second wave of pilgrims in the Holy Land.

Deputy Head of BP Haji, Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak, said extreme hot weather in Saudi Arabia was a major challenge that pilgrims had to anticipate. Temperatures in some areas can even penetrate more than 45 degrees Celsius.

"The risk of fatigue, dehydration, and heat stroke must be watched out for. The congregation is advised not to force themselves to do excessive physical activity outside of safe time," said Dahnil, quoted from ANTARA, Sunday, May 18.

He also reminded the importance of maintaining a pattern of rest and fluid intake while in the Holy Land. If conditions are not possible, pilgrims are advised to carry out worship from their respective boarding schools, which still include the Tanah Haram area and still have the virtue of reward.

"Don't force yourself to the Grand Mosque if your body condition does not support you. Congregational safety remains a priority," he said.

Dahnil said that this year's BP Haji was directly involved in various strategic aspects of organizing the pilgrimage. Starting from accommodation, consumption, transportation services, to congregational assistance in the field.

"All of these steps are part of a collective effort to ensure that the congregation can perform their worship safely, comfortably, and solemnly," he said.

He also expressed his appreciation to all Indonesian Hajj officers, including the duyufurrahman servants, who continue to work with enthusiasm and sincerity in serving God's guests.

"Their services are not only technical, but reflect the spirit of service. Hopefully they will be given strength and health in carrying out this noble task," said Dahnil.

For information, the arrival phase of the second wave of Indonesian pilgrims starts from May 17 to May 31, 2025. In this phase, the congregation departs from various embarkations in Indonesia to King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.