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New Straits Times
10-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Haj concludes without incidents, says Saudi ministry
KUALA LUMPUR: Haj 2025 (1446H) has concluded without any reported incidents, marking one of the safest and most efficiently managed pilgrimages in recent years, said Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior. Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif said this year's successful operation was due to early planning, precise execution, constant monitoring, and the keen awareness of pilgrims. "This achievement was made possible through exceptional security efforts and the use of cutting-edge technologies," he said in a statement issued following the successful completion of haj rituals, free of incidents or overcrowding. According to the ministry, the season was marked by meticulous organisation, advanced healthcare services, smooth mobility, and a secure environment — with Saudis on social media referring to a "haj without incidents". The ministry said the successful outcome reflected the integration of proactive planning, smart technologies, and robust security preparedness, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's global leadership in crowd management and its efficient and innovative organisation of one of the world's largest religious gatherings. The Saudi authorities had conducted extensive and rigorous drills simulating real-life emergency scenarios and crowd control strategies ahead of the haj season, it said. Over 1.6 million pilgrims from 171 countries performed their haj this year. –Bernama
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Time of India
Haj 2025 concludes successfully without any untoward incidents, hosts over 1.6 million pilgrims from 171 nations
MUMBAI: Haj 2025 has concluded without any untoward incidents and is hailed as one of the safest and most efficiently managed pilgrimages in recent years. This year over 1.6 million pilgrims from 171 countries performed Haj. According to a release, this because possible through efficient security efforts and the use of cutting-edge technologies in crowd management. At a meeting with Haj security organizers, Saudi minister of interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif said that this year's successful Haj operation was possible due to early planning, precise execution, constant monitoring and the keen awareness among pilgrims. He also praised the critical efforts of field teams who worked tirelessly round the clock to safeguard pilgrims and maintain smooth movement to the holy sites. The minister's statement followed the successful completion of hajj rituals, free of untoward incidents or overcrowding. The season was marked by meticulous organization, advanced healthcare services, smooth mobility, and a secure environment—with Saudis on social media referring to a 'Haj without incidents'. The release added that this successful conducting of the Haj 2025 reflects the integration of proactive planning, smart technologies and robust security preparedness. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo It reinforced Saudi Arabia's global leadership in crowd management and its efficient and innovative organization of one of the world's largest religious gatherings. Global media outlets and social media users highlighted the extensive and rigorous drills ahead of the Haj season, involving numerous security and military bodies. These exercises simulated real-life emergency scenarios and crowd control strategies, demonstrating the Kingdom's readiness, professionalism and commitment to the safety and well-being of over 1.6 million pilgrims from 171 countries, in a situation demanding precise coordination and meticulous planning.
Saudi Gazette
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Interior minister lauds commendable services of security forces for success of Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif extended greetings and congratulations from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to the personnel involved in implementing the Hajj security plans on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha and the successful completion of the 1446 AH Hajj season. These personnel include members of the Ministry of Interior, the Presidency of State Security, and supporting military agencies from the Ministry of National Guard, the Ministry of Defense, and the General Intelligence Presidency. The minister made the remarks during his meeting with senior officials, commanders of security sectors, Hajj security forces, and supporting military and security agencies in a ceremony held at the ministry's headquarters in Makkah on Sunday. He affirmed that, in line with the directives of the leadership, who provided all necessary means and ensured coordination among all government and security bodies, the approved plans for this year's Hajj were successfully implemented, marking a continuation of ongoing development efforts. Prince Abdulaziz praised the efforts of the security and military sectors participating in this year's Hajj, commending their unity, sincerity, and dedication in the field. He emphasized that their work reflected a deep sense of national and religious responsibility as they honored the privilege of serving the pilgrims.
Saudi Gazette
08-06-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Interior minister opens Mujahideen's new Hajj Command HQ in Muzdalifah
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif inaugurated on Sunday the General Command Headquarters for Hajj and Umrah missions, affiliated with the General Administration of Mujahideen, in Muzdalifah. During the inauguration, Prince Abdulaziz watched a presentation on the new facility, which has been equipped with the latest technical and security standards. These enhancements will enable the personnel and field teams of the General Administration of Mujahideen to serve pilgrims with the highest levels of efficiency and professionalism. The minister visited on Saturday the General Transport Center of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites in Arafat. He was received by Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Transport General Authority (TGA) Saleh Al-Jasser; Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics and TGA Acting President Dr. Rumaih Al-Rumaih; and CEO of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites Eng. Saleh Al-Rasheed. During the visit, Prince Abdulaziz had a briefing on the transport system's operations during this year's Hajj season, including the planning, operation, and control mechanisms managed by the center. This includes central operation rooms and subsidiary control rooms that regulate crowd movement, direct buses, and ensure smooth flow using real-time data analysis tools and live monitoring systems. The interior minister also reviewed the interactive map of pilgrim service routes between Mina and the Grand Mosque during the days of Tashreeq, which regulates shuttle transport and sets closure times for each route. The General Transport Center is responsible for organizing and managing the transport system in Makkah and the holy sites through multiple operational modes, including shuttle transport and single and double shuttles, in direct coordination with over ten government agencies to ensure functional integration within the Hajj system.
Leaders
05-06-2025
- Leaders
Saudi Minister Urges Full Compliance for Pilgrims Safety
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, affirmed the leadership's commitment to providing world-class services to pilgrims. He emphasized the importance of coordination between Hajj service companies and security agencies to ensure worshippers' safety and security. During his visit to security and military leadership at the Ministry's headquarters in Makkah, Prince Abdulaziz stressed that Hajj is a top priority for Saudi Arabia's leadership. Accordingly, the leadership has provided all necessary resources to ensure a smooth and secure pilgrimage for all. He noted that integration between security, military, and service sectors led to successful crowd movement to Mina for the Day of Tarwiyah. This integration also facilitated the start of the ascent to Arafat. Consequently, he instructed authorities to maintain continuous oversight to preserve safety and order throughout the pilgrimage. Commending Cooperation and Dedication The minister praised the awareness and cooperation of pilgrims of all nationalities, attributing the success of the plans to their commitment to official guidance. He also commended security personnel for their dedication and teamwork in serving the guests of God. Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami, Director of Public Security and head of the Hajj Security Committee, provided an operational briefing. He confirmed the readiness of all forces to continue implementing security phases to safeguard pilgrims. In a separate meeting with heads of Hajj service companies, Prince Abdulaziz urged full adherence to official schedules for the movement to Arafat. He also emphasized adherence for the stoning rituals, especially to avoid heat-related risks. He later inspected the readiness of Arafat camps and reviewed enhanced services and infrastructure introduced for the season. Next, he visited the Jabal Al-Rahmah shading project, which features innovative umbrellas designed to reduce heat stress. These high-spec materials reflect over 47% of solar radiation. Transportation and Crowd Management The interior minister reviewed the readiness of the Mashair Train and observed the transport of pilgrims to Arafat. Then, he received a briefing on trip scheduling and crowd management strategies coordinated with relevant agencies. He boarded one of the trains to Mina 3 (Jamarat station) to inspect the station's direct integration with the fourth floor of the Jamarat Bridge. This integration enhances safe and smooth pilgrim movement. Prince Abdulaziz also visited security units managing crowd flows around train stations. He reviewed the operational strategy of the Special Emergency Forces, who play a vital role in crowd control at the Jamarat site. Their 2025 operational plan includes new infrastructure: six support buildings, 11 escalator buildings with 386 escalators, and advanced cooling systems to mitigate heat stress. Leveraging Technology for Security The interior minister toured the Hajj Operations Center in Mina, observing real-time security coordination and transport updates. He received a briefing on the latest smart technologies, including AI-powered platforms like 'Midan,' 'Sawaher,' 'Baseer,' 'Smart Cities,' and 'Roya.' These technologies, developed by the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), monitor, analyze, and enhance security performance. Finally, he reviewed key service performance indicators tracked by the Hajj Project Management Office under the Guests of God Service Program. This program coordinates efforts across more than 50 government agencies. Short link : Post Views: 1
