Dubai: Saudi Arabia has declared the 1447 AH Hajj season a success, with officials praising the highly coordinated operation that enabled more than 1.7 million pilgrims to perform the annual pilgrimage in safety and comfort. Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Mecca Region and Deputy Chairman of the Permanent Hajj and Umrah Committee, announced the successful completion of this year’s pilgrimage on Friday, saying the season was supported by an integrated system of security, organisation and services that allowed pilgrims to complete their rituals with ease and reassurance. The announcement came after pilgrims completed the main rites of Hajj, including standing at Arafat, spending the night in Muzdalifah and performing the stoning ritual in Mina. Prince Saud said the success of the season was made possible through the support and guidance of Saudi Arabia’s leadership, alongside extensive preparations, resources and continuous monitoring of all stages of planning and implementation.…