Saudi Arabia promotes water conservation during Ramadan pilgrimage

The Saudi government has started a campaign to encourage pilgrims to save water during Ramadan. This campaign is called "We Live by Water, and We Are Rewarded by Preserving It." It is led by the National Centre for Water Efficiency and Conservation, with help from other government agencies and charities. The campaign aims to raise awareness among visitors to the Two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina about using water wisely. The efforts include displaying information on screens throughout the cities and providing information kits in hotels. Social media will also promote the message of water conservation. Ramadan this year will end on March 29, and it is a busy time for Umrah at the Grand Mosque. Saudi authorities are reminding worshippers to use Zamzam water responsibly, mainly for drinking. They have provided guidelines for how to use this sacred water and have set up areas designed for drinking it. The Grand Mosque has many well-maintained washing areas and 20,000 containers of Zamzam water available for pilgrims. Visitors are asked to throw away plastic cups properly and avoid spilling water. They should also not use Zamzam for washing before prayer. The authority has ensured that there are enough washing facilities spread throughout the mosque for easier access.