Ramadan 2026 has started in UAE from Wednesday, February 18. On the beginning of this holy month, UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has set a great example of humanity. The President has ordered the release of 1,440 prisoners from different jails of the country. Along with this, the government has also decided to pay the outstanding fines and loans of these prisoners, so that they can make a fresh start with their families.
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Decision on release of 1440 prisoners and financial assistance
The 1,440 prisoners whose release the President has ordered were lodged in various correctional institutions. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed’s aim is to give these people a second chance to improve. Not only release, but the President has also promised to repay the ‘financial obligations’ of these prisoners. This simply means that after release, these people will not be burdened with old debts or fines and they will be able to integrate easily into the society. This step has been taken to unite families and give them happiness.
Diplomatic meetings continued even during Ramadan
Despite the busy schedule of the holy month, the President continued his diplomatic work. Within the last 24 to 72 hours he met with Hungary’s National Security Advisor Marcell Bíró and US Senator Lindsey Graham. Mutual cooperation and security were discussed in these meetings. Apart from this, he spoke on phone to the King of Morocco and the Prime Minister of Greece and wished them a happy Ramadan. This shows that along with humanitarian work, full attention is also being paid to the country’s security and foreign relations.
Working hours and market rules for common people
During Ramadan, rules have also been changed for the general public and employed people. It has been made mandatory for private sector employees to reduce their working time by 2 hours every day. Government offices will now open from Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 2:30 pm. To control inflation, the government has banned the increase in prices of nine essential commodities including rice, oil, milk and bread. Those who break the rules can be fined between 500 and 1 lakh dirhams.