RIYADH: The Saudi Water Authority announced on Friday that nearly 1 billion liters of water would be pumped to Makkah and the holy sites during the Day of Tarwiyah, as part of its operational plan to secure the supply for pilgrims and all beneficiaries during the Hajj season, the state news agency SPA reported.

The authority said it is preparing to keep pace with the water needs for the Day of Arafah, Eid Al-Adha, and the Days of Tashreeq, after announcing its readiness to raise the supply to record levels over last year.

The water sectors are also continuing to ensure reliable supply around the clock through their teams, crews and capabilities in the holy sites, SPA added.

Tarwiyah Day is the first day of Hajj ritual when pilgrims begin to arrive in Mina carrying water with them in preparation for the Day of Arafat, when they climb Mount Arafat.