The General Authority of Islamic Affairs has suspended the holding of Eid prayers in open-air areas.
Abu Dhabi: The General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat has announced that Eid Al Fitr prayers will be held exclusively in mosques across the UAE, with outdoor prayer grounds not being used this year.
In a statement, the authority confirmed that the decision applies nationwide, meaning prayers will not take place in traditional open-air Eid prayer areas.
Officials said the measure is aimed at ensuring smooth organisation and maintaining public safety, with worshippers expected to attend mosques across all emirates.
The authority added that all mosques across the UAE are fully prepared to accommodate worshippers for Eid prayers, urging the public to adhere to official guidance and instructions issued by the relevant authorities.
Eid Al Fitr prayers mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan and are traditionally performed in large congregations, often in designated outdoor prayer areas.
