Ramadan 2026: Abu Dhabi Police Urge Motorists To Avoid Speeding Before Iftar

2026-02-20 04:17:24

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

The authority reminded residents to comply with designated speed limits and make safety a top priority to protect their well-being and that of others on the road

PUBLISHED: Fri 20 Feb 2026, 12:59 PM

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Abu Dhabi Police have launched a new campaign titled“Our Month of Obedience and Compliance” to raise awareness about road safety during the holy month of Ramadan.

In a social media post, the police urged motorists to adhere to speed limits and avoid rushing before iftar.

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They emphasised that safety, both personal and for other road users, must come first to prevent accidents.

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The authority reminded residents to comply with designated speed limits and make safety a top priority.

“Remember,” Abu Dhabi Police added,“there are loved ones waiting for you to reach them safely.”

Watch the video shared by Abu Dhabi Police urging motorists to drive safely during Ramadan:

Khaleej Times earlier reported a sharp rise in road accidents across the UAE during the hours leading up to iftar in Ramadan, with the period between 2pm and 4pm identified as the most dangerous.

The findings were based on an analysis of 2,771 motor insurance claims filed during the holy month last year.

The study showed that 43 per cent of accidents occurred between noon and 6pm, while 28 per cent took place between 6pm and midnight.

Notably, the two-hour window from 2pm to 4pm alone accounted for 17 per cent of all recorded incidents, marking it as the peak time for road accidents.

The data, covering March 1 to 29, 2025, was jointly analysed by Al Wathba Insurance and RoadSafetyUAE to identify driving trends and promote greater safety awareness ahead of Ramadan.

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