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UAE: Workers win car, flight tickets, mobile phones during Eid Al Fitr celebration
The celebratory events were held at ten different locations across the country, featuring competitions, entertainment and sports
- PUBLISHED: Tue 1 Apr 2025, 1:06 PM
This Eid Al Fitr will forever remain special for Rubel Ahmed Samsad Ali, who won a brand-new car in an event dedicated to honouring the hard work and contributions of workers across the UAE.
The 24-year-old, a painter at Globe Building Contracting LLC, was overjoyed when his name was called. "I rushed to hug the officials on stage; I couldn't believe my luck," Rubel shared with Khaleej Times.
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Having lived in the UAE for three years, Rubel plans to sell the white Nissan Sunny he won in the Eid draw held on the second day of the holiday. "I want to build a house and send some money to my mother," said the Bangladeshi expat, who hails from Sylhet division, Sunamganj town. Back home, his mother and the rest of his family members were also thrilled to hear the news.
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Although Rubel's fixed salary is Dh800, he manages to earn up to Dh1,500 through overtime. He lives in Jebel Ali and plans to continue working with the same company even after his big win. He celebrated with his roommates, spending around Dh200 on his friends. "It was a small gesture to share my happiness," Rubel added.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre), in collaboration with its partners in federal and local governments, organised a series of celebratory events, including social and recreational activities for workers to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, held at 10 different locations across the UAE.
The Eid event celebrated the contributions of over 100,000 workers who have played a crucial role in the country’s development and prosperity. Rubel’s win, a standout moment of the occasion, reflected the UAE's appreciation for its workers' dedication in shaping the nation’s progress.
The celebrations, from 12pm to 6pm, on the first and second days of Eid, featured a variety of sports, entertainment, competitions and giveaways, including e-scooters, mobile phones and airline tickets.
Gifts were also distributed to workers at event locations in Musaffah and Al Mafraq in Abu Dhabi, Jebel Ali in Dubai, Al Sajaa in Sharjah, Al Jurf in Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, RAKIZ in Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hail Industrial in Fujairah, and the Dulsco Labour Village.
These activities were designed to promote happiness, quality of life, and well-being among the workforce, while recognising their crucial role in the nation's sustainable development.
Officials from the Mohre, along with its partners, joined workers in performing the Eid prayers at the event sites across the country, exchanging greetings with them on the occasion.
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.