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Saudi Arabia Deploys AI & Drones to Enhance Hajj Pilgrim Safety

ByDarshanbir Singh Narula
2025-06-06.about 1 month ago
Saudi Arabia Deploys AI & Drones to Enhance Hajj Pilgrim Safety
A surveillance drone monitoring the vast crowds of pilgrims during the Hajj in Mecca, showcasing Saudi Arabia's use of AI and drone technology to enhance safety and manage crowd flow.

Introduction of AI and Drone Technology for Safety

The Government of Saudi Arabia has taken several steps for the safety and security of the Hajj pilgrims by the authorities in Saudi Arabia. Measures are taken to improve the monitoring as well as enhancing the overall safety of pilgrims during the pilgrimage that happens every year. The kingdom of Saudi Arabia is focusing on AI Drones for real time surveillance and crowd control.

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AI-Powered Systems for Crowd Monitoring

AI technologies have been integrated into the surveillance systems at various locations in and around Mecca and Medina. Large-scale population monitoring is made easier by AI-powered systems, which also offer data to lessen crowding, which may result in accidents. Traffic flow is further eased, and the kingdom's constant risk of stampedes is decreased because of technology's ability to predict crowd patterns.

Drones for Enhanced Surveillance

The surveillance system at locations around Mecca and Medina have gotten an integration of AI technologies. AI-powered systems help in monitoring a large number of people and also provide data to reduce overcrowding, which can cause potential accidents. The technology helps in predicting crowd patterns, further easing the traffic flow and reducing the everlasting risk of stampedes in the kingdom.

Commitment to Pilgrim Safety

The commitment to ensure the safety of Hajj Pilgrims has been helpful in implementing several technological innovations. With the inclusion of AI and drones, the kingdom is on the steps of having a great surveillance system. The systems are helpful in enhancing the safety of tourist as well, who travel to Mecca each year, helping them to have a faith on the government’s organized pilgrimage experience.

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