RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Interior and head of Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud attended the Hajj security forces readiness parade, the Saudi Press Agency said on Wednesday.
Director of Public Security Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami said that the Hajj security forces began carrying out their duties in Makkah, the holy sites, and Madinah, and in all roads leading to the Hajj areas according to a comprehensive security, traffic and organizational plan amid cooperation from military, public, and private sectors.
He added that the government harnessed all capabilities to serve and care for the pilgrims, ensure their safety, and use modern technology, artificial intelligence, and smart applications for their convenience.
The Hajj security forces displayed their readiness through a number of security scenarios that showed their level of proficiency and high skills.
