Saudi Interior Minister reviews Hajj security preparations for pilgrims' movement to Arafat

Saudi Arabia's Interior Minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, conducted a thorough inspection of the Hajj security command and control center in Mina on Monday. As the Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, his visit focused on overseeing the operational readiness for the upcoming movement of pilgrims.

During his tour, the minister received detailed briefings from Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami, Director of Public Security and Chairman of the Hajj Security Committee. The discussions covered the implementation of security and traffic plans, particularly the crucial transportation of pilgrims to Arafat on Tuesday. Prince Abdulaziz reviewed real-time coordination mechanisms among various security and service sectors, aiming to ensure seamless crowd management across all routes leading to the holy sites.

Technological systems, including an interactive map, business intelligence platforms for inquiries and operations, and comprehensive case and violation management systems, were presented to the minister. He also examined advanced digital systems and artificial intelligence applications designed to enhance response speed and ensure precise crowd control in Makkah and the holy sites. The focus on AI and digital solutions highlights the kingdom's commitment to leveraging technology for efficient Hajj management.

Concluding his inspection, Prince Abdulaziz commended the security system's high level of readiness and advanced capabilities. He emphasized that Saudi Arabia's leading expertise in crowd management reflects the directives of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Their guidance, he stated, prioritizes mobilizing all necessary human, material, and technical resources to ensure pilgrims can perform their rituals in a secure and tranquil environment.

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The minister affirmed that Saudi Arabia's leading excellence in crowd management reflects the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to mobilize all human, material, and technical resources to enable pilgrims to perform their rituals in a secure and tranquil environment.