In response to the tragic deaths of over 1,300 unregistered pilgrims during the recent Hajj season, Saudi Arabia is implementing advanced technology to better monitor and manage the influx of pilgrims.
The Ministry of Hajj has contracted an IT company to develop a sophisticated system that will utilize smart cameras and other technological solutions to track pilgrims throughout their journey. This system will recognize pilgrims upon arrival in Saudi Arabia, monitor their movement on buses, track their entry and exit from residences and holy sites, and compile electronic lists of boarding…
