The Holy Capital Municipality has announced the opening of registration for catering contractors seeking to provide services during the Hajj 1447 AH (2026) season in Makkah.
The registration process begins Tuesday, 29 Rabi’ Al-Akhir 1447 AH, marking the start of preparations for next year’s pilgrimage.
The municipality invites qualified catering companies to register for the upcoming Hajj season, which will bring millions of pilgrims to the holy city.
The Holy Capital Municipality oversees all catering operations within Makkah’s boundaries during the pilgrimage season, maintaining strict health and quality standards.
The early registration timeline provides sufficient preparation period for successful contractors to plan their operations, source supplies, and train staff.
Students of the Tashkent Islamic Institute named after Imam Bukhari, the Islamic Institute named after Imam Tirmidhi, the Mir Arab High Madrasa, and the School of Hadith Science have begun the complete recitation (Khatm) of the "Sahih al-Bukhari" collection. A solemn ceremony was held to mark the start of this noble initiative.
The event was attended by the leadership of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan, heads of higher religious educational institutions, professors, and students. Rahmatullah Makhsumkhanov officially opened the ceremony by reciting the inaugural hadiths of the work. Simultaneously, students in other regions also joined the recitation process.
The "Sahih al-Bukhari" is being recited with the hope of divine blessing (barakah). Upon completion of the book, collective prayers will be offered for peace, prosperity, and well-being in our country.
Press Service of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan