Those people who are in charge of hajj regions – Makkah, Madinah and other such cities: the Saudi government – have heavy duties. One of their duties is to ensure the safety of hajj pilgrims. They should preserve their dignity because the dignity of pilgrims is important. They are the guests of God. They are the guests of Allah the Exalted. Therefore, they should be respected. Those actions which damage their dignity and which are interpreted as insults to pilgrims should definitely be eliminated. Of course, they should not heighten security. Ensuring the safety of pilgrims is a must, but they should not create an environment of heightened security. There should be a peaceful and good environment. During the time when hajj pilgrims stay in Makkah, Madinah and other cities – one month, more or less – they should behave in an appropriate way.
