Saudi Arabia rolls out digital tools for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has introduced new digital services to improve the experience of Hajj pilgrims.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has partnered with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) to create smart technologies that help pilgrims during their journey.
This collaboration aims to make the pilgrimage smoother and more efficient, Gulf News reports.
The two organisations have signed an agreement to use data and artificial intelligence (AI) for this project.
Under the project, they will share knowledge, hold workshops, and organise training programs for employees working in the Hajj and Umrah sectors.
This partnership was announced at a Hajj conference in Jeddah.
Last year, around 1.8 million Muslims performed Hajj, with 1.6 million coming from outside Saudi Arabia.
The country is now preparing for the next Hajj season and aims to host 15 million Umrah pilgrims by 2025 as part of its plans to welcome more worshippers to Mecca and Medina, Islam's holiest sites.
This initiative is part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to modernise services for millions of Muslims visiting the country every year.
