Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) issued a travel advisory warning of increased congestion at Velana International Airport as hundreds of Maldivian pilgrims return from Hajj, with passenger traffic and visitor numbers expected to rise significantly on June 5, 7, 8 and 9. The airport operator encouraged the public to use ferry and bus services between the airport and the Greater Malé area to ease delays.
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passenger traffic and visitor numbers are expected to rise significantly on June 5, 7, 8 and 9, coinciding with the scheduled arrival of Hajj flights carrying pilgrims back to the Maldives.
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Earlier this year, MACL, in collaboration with the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Maldives Hajj Corporation, airlines and other stakeholders, implemented special arrangements to facilitate the departure of pilgrims travelling for Hajj 1447 AH.
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