ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has issued guidelines for the public on how to observe UAE's 53rd Eid Al Etihad to ensure a safe National Day celebrations for everyone.
Taking to social media, the MoI posted the following instructions and requirements on how to mark Eid Al Etihad on December 2:
- Avoid organising or participating in random marches and gatherings.
- Adhere to all traffic regulations and follow instructions issued by police officers.
- Refrain from using party sprays, whether by drivers, passengers, or pedestrians.
- Ensure the vehicle's front and rear license plates remain visible; do not alter the vehicle's color or darken/tint the front windows.
- Do not place stickers, signs, or logos of any kind on the vehicle unless they are specifically for EID AL ETIHAD and comply with official guidelines and conditions.
- Do not exceed the permitted number of passengers in a vehicle, and do not allow anyone to hang out through windows or the sunroof.
- Avoid making unauthorised modifications to the vehicle or adding unlicensed features that cause noise or obstruct vision.
- Do not obstruct traffic, block roads for emergency vehicles (ambulance, civil defense, police patrols), or perform stunts on internal or external roads.
- Do not perform stunts on internal or external roads.
- Do not cover the vehicle's side, front, or rear windows with stickers, and avoid using sunshades that block visibility.
- Only wear scarves specifically designed for EID AL ETIHAD celebrations.
- Raise only the flag of the United Arab Emirates; flags of other countries are not permitted.
- Limit the volume of songs and chants to those officially related to EID AL ETIHAD celebrations.
- Decoration shops and drivers are strictly prohibited from affixing stickers or flags other than those approved for EID AL ETIHAD, specifically the UAE flag or related stickers.