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TAG 91.1
04-03-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
RTA launches charitable Ramadan activities
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a diverse range of community events and interactive charitable activities for the holy month of Ramadan. The 20 initiatives will take place at the RTA's headquarters, metro stations, and marine transport hubs, fostering a spirit of generosity and social engagement throughout Ramadan. The initiatives create an opportunity for employees, volunteers, and community members to come together and bring joy to people of determination, orphans, cyclists, truck drivers, metro passengers, and families in need. The events also reflect Dubai's rich cultural heritage, celebrating the values of compassion and unity that define the holy month. The CEO of the Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector at RTA, Abdullah Al Ali, stated: 'Through these humanitarian initiatives, the RTA aims to support various segments of society both locally and internationally. This year's Ramadan initiatives are designed to benefit bus drivers, labourers, delivery riders, truck drivers, and low-income individuals, reflecting RTA's core values of tolerance, collaboration, and teamwork. These efforts also align with the UAE leadership's vision in declaring 2025 as 'The Year of Community.'' #RTA welcomes the holy month of Ramadan for this year with 20 diverse range of community events and interactive charitable activities, taking place at our headquarters, metro stations, and marine transport hubs. These initiatives provide a meaningful opportunity for employees,… — RTA (@rta_dubai) March 3, 2025 Elaborating on the initiatives, Al Ali said, 'The RTA has designated five external initiatives, set to begin on the first day of Ramadan. These include the 'Iftar Saem' initiative, launched in collaboration with Beit Al Khair Society, and the 'Meals on Wheels' initiative, which starts in the second week of Ramadan as part of an annual programme benefiting bus, delivery, and truck drivers, as well as labour accommodations and abra commuters. "Metro station activities will feature the distribution of 5,000 Iftar meals along with dedicated kiosks at a metro station offering symbolic gifts to labourers.' The RTA will also launch the 'Ramadan Rations' initiative on Zayed Humanitarian Workday, observed on the 19th of Ramadan each year to commemorate the passing of the UAE's Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. This initiative targets low-income families, providing essential food supplies for the holy month through nol cards.' Fifteen activities were planned to bring joy to RTA employees, including leadership teams, people of determination, and field staff. The aim was to foster a positive atmosphere and provide opportunities for communal gatherings, such as group Iftars for field staff and engineers and departmental Iftars at the Winter Camp. Support would also be extended to low-income employees through Ramadan Rations vouchers and the distribution of clothing and food supplies via the 'Meals on Wheels' initiative.
Hi Dubai
04-03-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
RTA Launches 20 Ramadan Initiatives to Promote Charity and Community Spirit
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is ushering in the holy month of Ramadan with 20 diverse initiatives aimed at fostering unity, generosity, and community engagement. These activities, taking place at RTA's headquarters, metro stations, and marine transport hubs, aim to bring joy to a wide range of people, including employees, volunteers, and those in need, such as people of determination, orphans, and low-income individuals. Abdullah Al Ali, CEO of RTA's Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector, emphasized that this year's initiatives align with the UAE leadership's vision for 2025 to be 'The Year of Community.' 'RTA aims to support various segments of society, both locally and internationally, reflecting our core values of tolerance and collaboration,' he said. The events include the 'Iftar Saem' initiative, launched in collaboration with Beit Al Khair Society, and the 'Meals on Wheels' initiative. These programs benefit bus drivers, delivery riders, truck drivers, and workers in labour accommodations and abra commuters. The RTA will distribute 5,000 Iftar meals at metro stations, alongside symbolic gifts for labourers. A special highlight is the 'Ramadan Rations' initiative, to be launched on Zayed Humanitarian Workday, commemorating the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. This program will provide low-income families with essential food supplies using nol cards. In addition, 15 engaging activities have been planned for RTA employees, including communal Iftars, support for low-income staff, and the distribution of clothing and food supplies, ensuring a positive atmosphere for all during this blessed month. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Khaleej Times
03-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai labourers, bus drivers, delivery riders to get free iftar meals at key locations
Bus drivers, labourers, delivery riders, truck drivers, and low-income individuals in Dubai will get free Iftar meals at key locations as Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launches its Ramadan initiative this effort is part of a larger programme that includes 20 diverse community events and interactive charitable activities. These initiatives will be held at key locations such as RTA's headquarters, metro stations, and marine transport hubs. Among the standout efforts are the 'Iftar Saem' initiative, launched in collaboration with Beit Al Khair Society, and the 'Meals on Wheels' programme, which will begin in the second week of Ramadan. The latter will support bus, delivery, and truck drivers, as well as those at labour accommodations and abra commuters. At metro stations, 5,000 Iftar meals will be distributed, accompanied by special kiosks offering symbolic gifts to labourers. "This year's Ramadan initiatives are designed to benefit bus drivers, labourers, delivery riders, truck drivers, and low-income individuals, reflecting RTA's core values of tolerance, collaboration, and teamwork," noted Abdullah Al Ali, CEO of the Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector at RTA. He added that these efforts also align with the UAE leadership's vision in declaring 2025 as 'The Year of Community'. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Additionally, RTA will launch the 'Ramadan Rations' initiative on Zayed Humanitarian Workday, observed on the 19th of Ramadan each year in memory of the UAE's founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. This initiative will provide essential food supplies for low-income families through the distribution of Nol cards. On the employee front, RTA has planned 15 activities to bring joy and foster a positive atmosphere among its staff. These include group Iftars for field staff and engineers, departmental Iftars at Winter Camp, and support for low-income employees through Ramadan Rations vouchers and the 'Meals on Wheels' initiative.
