Saudi, May 2025 - In a recent post on its official X (formerly Twitter) platform, the Saudi Press Agency released a striking video produced by the Ministry of Interior, demonstrating how the Mecca police are leveraging fixed-wing VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) drones with retractable rotors to enhance public safety and maintain order during Hajj.
These advanced UAVs are being used to assist in crowd monitoring, ensure the smooth flow of pilgrims, and safeguard the holy sites. In previous years, crowd surges and stampedes during Hajj have led to tragic casualties due to a lack of real-time situational control. The introduction of drone-based surveillance marks a significant step forward in ensuring public safety through intelligent aerial oversight.
The video quickly gained traction and was widely covered by major international media outlets. Leading publications including Gulf News (UAE), The Express Tribune (Pakistan), and Saudi TV News Channel reported on the development, highlighting the innovative use of drone technology in large-scale religious event security.
Gulf News (UAE) reports on Saudi drone deployment during Hajj
Pakistan’s English-language daily, The Express Tribune, covers the drone-assisted policing
Saudi TV News Channel interviews senior Ministry of Interior officials on the use of UAVs in Mecca
As drone applications in public safety and emergency response continue to expand globally, Saudi Arabia’s proactive adoption of UAV systems demonstrates a forward-looking approach to smart city security and religious event management. The growing international interest underlines the broader trend of integrating unmanned systems into law enforcement and crowd management worldwide.
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