Hajj Security Forces Use Advanced Drone Technology to Monitor
Advanced measures are taken by the Hajj security forces and other authorities to track people trying to sneak into Makkah, including the use of drone technology. Different security teams at Al-Akhbariya have been conducting extensive surveillance both on the ground and in the air to curb any unauthorized attempts.
Drones with state-of-the-art camera equipment have been stationed around the perimeter of Makkah to keep track of secondary routes that people often use to avoid official checkpoints. These drones have night vision capabilities, so they can capture clear footage even at night. The footage captured is streamed in real-time to a central surveillance center, which then informs the ground control tower. Police units nearby are quickly sent to restrict anyone coming uninvited towards the holy city.
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has made it a point that every single person crossing Makkah during the Hajj season needs to have a sanction. The ritual is meant to control the inflow of pilgrims for their safety and to manage the crowds, permitting access only to the safe and secure pilgrimage location during Hajj ritual. The objective of this system is to provide smooth and secure access to the Hajj rituals for the controlled pilgrims while letting them fulfill their religious duties unimpeded.
The primary goal of this system is to facilitate a smooth and secure Hajj experience for authorized pilgrims, allowing them to perform their religious duties without unnecessary disruptions. By using cutting-edge technology such as drones and real-time monitoring, Saudi authorities aim to enhance security and maintain order during one of the world’s largest annual gatherings.
This strict enforcement ensures that millions of pilgrims can focus on their worship in a safe and organized environment, free from the risks posed by illegal entrants. The use of modern surveillance methods reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to maintaining the sanctity and security of the Hajj pilgrimage.
