On 2 July 1990, a devastating tragedy unfolded in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, as 1,426 pilgrims lost their lives in a catastrophic stampede within the Al-Ma'aisim tunnel.
The incident occurred during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, a time when millions of Muslims from around the globe converge to perform religious rites.
As the tunnel, which was a key route for the pilgrims, became increasingly congested, a sudden surge in the crowd triggered widespread panic.
The resulting chaos and inability to manage the surging masses led to an overwhelming stampede.
This tragic event highlighted the critical need for improved crowd control measures and emergency response protocols to ensure the safety of pilgrims undertaking this sacred journey.
It remains one of the deadliest disasters in the history of the Hajj, casting a sombre shadow over what is intended to be a deeply spiritual and communal experience.
