The Secretariat of the Holy Capital has implemented a strict ban on feeding pigeons in Mecca and Medina, with violators facing fines of 1,000 Saudi riyals.
The new regulation, announced to protect public health and maintain environmental cleanliness in Islam’s two holiest cities.
The secretariat has established continuous monitoring programs to enforce the ban and is encouraging citizens and visitors to participate in reporting violations.
Individuals can photograph offenders and submit evidence to local police, creating a community-based enforcement system.

Officials cite concerns about disease transmission, property damage, and environmental pollution as primary reasons for the prohibition.
The initiative represents the latest in a series of measures to enhance urban quality and public health standards in the holy cities, which host millions of pilgrims annually.
Previous regulations have addressed street vending, waste management, and public behavior to preserve the sanctity and cleanliness of the religious sites.
Municipal officials emphasized that the ban particularly targets areas around the Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque, where large pigeon populations have historically gathered due to public feeding.
Pakistan's state television channel, “PTV”, broadcasted a special program dedicated to the rich tourism potential of Uzbekistan, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
As part of the program, Pakistani viewers were presented with materials regarding the unique historical and cultural heritage of our country, ancient cities, architectural monuments, national traditions and modern opportunities for travel and recreation.
Special attention in the program was focused on Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, and Tashkent – cities that combine a rich historical heritage and dynamic modern development.
In particular, the audience was informed about the ancient cities of Uzbekistan that played a significant role in the history of the Great Silk Road, architectural ensembles, cultural heritage sites and national craftsmanship traditions, which continue to shape the unique tourism identity of the country today.
Separate segments were dedicated to the natural and climatic opportunities of Uzbekistan, as well as the development of pilgrimage, cultural-historical, and recreational tourism. It was emphasized that the diversity of tourism products and the favourable conditions created for travellers contribute to enhancing the country's attractiveness for guests from various nations.
During the broadcast, it was also noted that the national cuisine of Uzbekistan, the hospitality of the Uzbek people, and rich cultural traditions serve as important factors contributing to the popularization of the Republic as a tourism destination.
Broadcasting of the program on “PTV”, which commands an audience of millions, marked another step toward promoting the tourism potential of Uzbekistan in Pakistan and attracting the attention of Pakistani tourists to travel opportunities in our country.