Saudi Arabia Launches AI Tools To Guide Millions During Hajj
As Saudi Arabia gears up for receiving the Hajj pilgrims from the beginning of the month, the government has launched several facilities to enhance the spiritual experiences of the people. In the upcoming Hajj season, Saudi Arabia’s General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque in Mecca is set to unveil its most expansive operational plan to date for the upcoming Hajj season.
Aiming to accommodate millions of pilgrims during the Hajj season, this year’s strategy focuses on pilgrim-oriented services. Moreover, ever since the introduction of the regulatory frameworks, it is said to be the largest enrichment-focused plan. And the striking part is that the authorities have included artificial intelligence tools, smart technologies, and a wide range of digital platforms in order to guide the pilgrims.
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In a statement on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, the Presidency revealed that the operational blueprint will include the launch of the most comprehensive suite of smart digital services in Hajj history.
The Presidency’s Hajj operational plan will be announced on Thursday and it will prioritise enriching the pilgrim experience and will include scientific, educational, and guidance-based initiatives that will reflect its core mission.
AI tools incorporated include:
Manarah 2 AI Robot: A second-generation, multilingual AI robot designed to serve and guide pilgrims.
Multilingual Smart Screens: Interactive smart screens stationed at key locations to provide real-time information and assistance.
Digital Quran Platform: A platform that would support Quran recitation and learning for pilgrims across the world.
Surah Al-Fatiha App: A multi-language digital application designed to enhance understanding and engagement with one of the Qur’an’s most recited chapters.
Specialised Initiatives: Programmes offering religious, intellectual, and educational support tailored to the diverse backgrounds of Hajj participants.
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Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, Head of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, said that the operational plans are implemented with the aim of ensuring that the experience in Hajj is in accordance with prophetic teachings and with the highest standards.
