The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) seized 571 unlicensed facilities engaged in the manufacture and storage of food, medicines, and medical devices in the regions of Makkah and Madinah, referring the violating establishments to the competent authorities for legal action.

The SFDA explained that it conducted 3,676 inspection visits to the facilities under its supervision during intensive supervisory tours as part of its role during the Hajj season, ensuring the safety of food, medicines, and medical products.

It confirmed the continuation of its monitoring campaigns around the clock and the completion of legal procedures against any violating establishment to protect the health of pilgrims. It encourages reporting of violations by calling the unified number (19999).

The SFDA urges all establishments under its control to adhere to the rules, regulations, and quality standards that ensure the safety of food provided to pilgrims, stressing that it will apply maximum penalties against violators in cooperation with the competent authorities.