Ramadan in UAE: Free buses to transport worshippers to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

As we approach the last few days of the holy month of Ramadan, Abu Dhabi Mobility has announced free buses for worshippers heading to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Abu Dhabi Mobility, the Integrated Transport Centre, an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, said on Thursday that it will operate 10 free buses connecting Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with Bus Interchange in Al Rabdan area, ensuring smooth and safe transportation throughout the holy month.

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The initiative is aimed at enhancing traffic flow and ensure seamless mobility around the mosque, especially during Taraweeh and late-night prayers in the last 10 days of Ramadan.

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Roads surrounding the Grand Mosque and signal-controlled intersections will be monitored using digital surveillance cameras. This aims to detect any traffic congestion or emergencies and enable an immediate response, ensuring smooth and safe traffic flow.

Additionally, Abu Dhabi Mobility has provided mobile electronic signs to assist visitors in easily locating designated parking areas, along with activating directional messages on fixed electronic variable message signs (VMS) around the mosque to alert road users and guide them to the best available routes.

Abu Dhabi Mobility has also deployed field inspectors at traffic signals and intersections near the mosque to regulate traffic flow and swiftly address any challenges faced by road users during prayer times. The facilities further include Road Service Patrol (RSP) and vehicle towing services, as well as increased patrols around Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to ensure the rapid clearance of traffic incidents. These efforts contribute to a safer and smoother traffic flow.

100 taxis

In terms of taxis, Abu Dhabi Mobility has announced the daily allocation of 100 taxis throughout the holy month of Ramadan to meet the needs of visitors to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The number of taxis will be increased during the last 10 days of the month to accommodate the rising demand during this period.