The daily data consumption per person reached 4.41K TB in Makkah AlMukarramah and Holy Sites during 26th of June

With the commencement of the 2023 Hajj season, the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) showcased the extensive network coverage at the Holy Sites, catering to millions of pilgrims. Through a diverse range of media platforms, including dedicated programming, live broadcasts, news websites, social media platforms, and dedicated Hajj portals, CST provided an immersive and inclusive lens into this year’s annual pilgrimage.

 CST revealed remarkable data usage and speeds at the Holy Site during the 26^th of June,  with daily data consumption reached 4.41K TB, which is equivalent to watching 1.81M hours of 1080p HD videos, while the data consumption per person amounted to 718 MB, exceeding 2 times the global data consumption per subscriber 270 MB.

CST also disclosed that the average mobile Internet download speed on that day reached 224 Mbps, while the average upload speed reached 34 Mbps.

The indicators also highlighted popular applications such as TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram as the most data-consuming platforms in Makkah AlMukarramah and Holy Sites .

These impressive network capabilities and advancements by CST have facilitated seamless connectivity, enhanced communication, and enriched the overall Hajj experience for pilgrims, underscoring the commitment to providing exceptional services during this sacred journey.