Key Takeaways
- Mobile charging stations have been installed at the Grand Mosque to serve worshippers during Ramadan.
- The secure lockers allow users to charge devices for 30 minutes while they perform prayers.
- Simple instructions guide pilgrims through the process of using the charging devices.
The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has installed mobile charging stations at Masjid al-Haram to serve the millions of worshippers.
How to Use the Charging Stations
The charging devices are designed for simplicity and security. Instructions posted at the stations guide users through the process:
- Place the device in the charger – Insert your mobile phone into the designated charging locker.
- Close the box and remove the key – Securely close the locker door and take the key with you.
- Charge for 30 minutes – Allow your phone to charge while you perform prayers or Tawaf. Return within the recommended time to collect your device.
The 30-minute charging period aligns with the time needed to complete prayers or a portion of Umrah rituals, allowing worshippers to return to a powered phone without disruption.
The charging stations are strategically located throughout the Grand Mosque complex, making them easily accessible for pilgrims.
The key-based system ensures only the user can retrieve their phone.
Other services include electric carts, childcare centers, multilingual guidance, and the Nusuk app for navigation and bookings.
