Madina: A sophisticated crowd management system is in place at the Prophet's Mosque during the Hajj season, organizing the flow of worshippers and visitors, particularly during prayer times, to ensure rituals are performed in an atmosphere of smooth movement and tranquility.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques, along with relevant entities, relies on precise operational plans activated well ahead of prayer times. These plans include distributing worshippers across the mosque's halls and courtyards and directing them to less crowded areas, helping maintain balanced occupancy and avoid congestion at key points, especially main corridors.
Modern technologies support these efforts through advanced monitoring systems that enable real-time tracking of crowd density and flow analysis. This facilitates immediate operational decisions, such as redirecting worshippers to less crowded areas or adjusting movement routes to maintain smooth circulation.
Guidance signage and interactive screens are also used to display instructions and alerts in multiple languages. These direct worshippers to appropriate entry and exit points and clarify routes to prayer areas, taking into account diverse nationalities and enhancing awareness of organizational procedures.