Dubai Police Urges Motorists to Adhere to Traffic Rules and Avoid Obstructing Roads During Taraweeh and Qiyam Prayers

Dubai Police has asked motorists to comply with traffic regulations and avoid illegal parking near mosques during Taraweeh and Qiyam prayers during the last ten nights of Ramadan.

The force warned that blocking roads with parked vehicles is a negative practice that disrupts traffic flow, especially in residential areas and near key roads.

Increased Traffic Patrols for Smooth Movement

Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, stated that traffic patrols will be intensified in coordination with the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency and police stations.

“Patrol teams will secure prayer areas, manage traffic flow, and redirect vehicles if congestion occurs to ensure road safety and smooth movement,” he confirmed.

Common Violations and Their Impact

Major General Al Mazrouei highlighted that past years have seen numerous documented violations, including:

• Illegal double parking, preventing other vehicles from exiting.
• Parking on sidewalks, obstructing pedestrian movement and distorting the urban landscape.
• Blocking entire traffic lanes, especially near intersections and busy roads.
• Extended stays at mosques after prayers, causing parking congestion and delaying others from leaving.

Ensuring a Safe and Orderly Traffic Flow

He emphasised that traffic patrols will be deployed to manage mosque parking areas, prevent traffic jams, and assist worshippers in entering and exiting smoothly and safely.

Dubai Police also urged the public to be considerate of other road users and cooperate with authorities to maintain a safe and organised traffic environment during Ramadan’s final nights.