Saudi Arabia to Use AI for Pilgrims’ Assistance in Hajj 2025

In a groundbreaking move to enhance the religious journey of millions of pilgrims, Saudi Arabia has announced the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Hajj 2025. This technological advancement is set to transform the Hajj experience, offering real-time assistance, improved crowd management, and enhanced safety measures.

• Saudi Arabia to deploy AI tools and robots for Hajj 2025.

• The aim is to assist pilgrims with guidance, translation, health, and emergency support.

• AI will play a key role in crowd management and traffic control.

• AI-powered smart devices and chatbots will be available in multiple languages.

• Initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030’s focus on digital transformation.

Each year, millions of Muslims from around the world travel to Makkah to perform the sacred pilgrimage of Hajj. Managing such a massive crowd is a huge logistical challenge.

By leveraging AI-powered solutions, Saudi authorities aim to:

• Make the pilgrimage safer

• Improve the quality of services

• Enhance pilgrims’ spiritual experience

• Reduce human error and delays

• Multilingual support including Arabic, English, Urdu, Turkish, and Bahasa.

• Can answer religious queries, guide pilgrims to their destinations, and offer safety tips.

• Accessible through mobile apps and kiosks at Hajj sites.

• Robots will roam around the Grand Mosque and other sacred sites.

• Equipped with screens and speakers to provide instructions and answer questions.

• Some robots will also offer telemedicine services, allowing pilgrims to consult doctors remotely.

• AI cameras will monitor real-time crowd movements.

• Can detect unusual behavior or emergencies and alert authorities instantly.

• Helps prevent stampedes and congestion.

• Entry and exit to key areas will be managed through facial recognition technology.

• Speeds up identity verification and boosts security.

• Reduces long queues and manual checking.

• AI can quickly detect emergencies and alert rescue teams.

• Prevents overcrowding at key ritual sites.

• Language barriers are a major issue during Hajj. AI chatbots and translators help pilgrims from diverse regions communicate with ease.

• Smart devices can check vitals like temperature and oxygen levels.

• Helps in the early detection of illnesses, especially in hot weather.

• Pilgrims often get lost in the massive crowds.

• AI-powered navigation helps guide them back to camps, hotels, or buses.

This AI initiative is not just about technology—it’s a part of Saudi Vision 2030, which focuses on:

• Modernizing infrastructure

• Enhancing tourism and religious services

• Digital transformation across sectors

The Kingdom aims to position itself as a global leader in smart pilgrimage management, making Hajj more accessible and organized than ever before.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah:

“Artificial Intelligence will play a major role in improving the quality of services and ensuring the safety of every pilgrim. We are committed to making Hajj 2025 the most technologically advanced pilgrimage in history.”

Technology experts in the Kingdom also shared their views:

“With the introduction of AI, we can now predict and manage large-scale human movement in real-time. This will prevent chaos and save lives.”

Muslims from across the globe have welcomed this development:

“It’s heartening to see technology being used for the convenience and safety of pilgrims,” said a Pakistani pilgrim planning for Hajj 2025.

“AI in Hajj is a game changer. My elderly parents will now get real-time help and directions,” shared an Indonesian user on social media.

Tech communities have also praised the move, calling it a perfect example of using AI for social good.

Saudi Arabia’s plan to integrate Artificial Intelligence for Hajj 2025 is a historic step forward in blending technology with tradition. By embracing innovation, the Kingdom is ensuring that pilgrims can focus more on their spiritual journey and less on logistical challenges.