Dubai: As per the directives of His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander‑in‑Chief of Dubai Police, the Positive Spirit Council – in collaboration with the Event Security Committee and the General Department of Police Stations – organised a series of Eid events for labourers under the slogan "Celebrating Eid Together." The events took place in four areas: Al Satwa, Al Quoz, Jebel Ali, and Al Muhaisnah during the first and second days of Eid Al Adha.

This community and humanitarian initiative, held under the umbrella of the Ministry of Interior, aimed to share the joy of Eid Al Adha with labourers and promote the values of solidarity, tolerance, and coexistence embraced by the UAE.

The Eid events drew a large crowd of over 30,000 labourers from various nationalities and cultures, in a festive atmosphere that reflected the spirit of love and togetherness among community members. The organisers ensured a diverse programme that catered to the interests of all attendees and contributed to their happiness during the blessed Eid days.

The festivities began with national and energetic musical performances by the Dubai Police Music Band, which were met with widespread enthusiasm from the audience. These were followed by impressive shows by the K9 Police Dog Unit of the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency, demonstrating professional security and field skills that reflected the readiness and efficiency of Dubai Police personnel across various security and specialised fields.

The events also featured the Labourers' Support Vehicle from the General Department of Human Rights, which provided awareness and guidance services to workers, along with information about the humanitarian services and initiatives offered by Dubai Police to enhance quality of life and reinforce community security and happiness among all segments of society.

Across the four areas, the events included a variety of sports, entertainment, and cultural competitions – most notably tug‑of‑war, volleyball, basketball, and football – along with interactive stage competitions and the distribution of prizes, gifts, and shopping vouchers, all in an atmosphere filled with joy and happiness.

In Al Quoz, the events saw strong turnout for sports activities and team competitions that fostered a spirit of cooperation and teamwork among participants. Meanwhile, the events in Jebel Ali were distinguished by diverse entertainment and cultural activities catering to various nationalities, along with artistic performances that were highly appreciated by the audience.

In Al Muhaisnah, awareness and health programmes received great interaction from attendees, with tips and guidance aimed at promoting health, safety, and quality of life, in addition to sports and entertainment competitions that saw wide participation from labourers.

In Al Satwa, a distinctive festive atmosphere prevailed, reflecting the spirit of Eid. Attendees engaged with the musical performances, community activities, and various competitions, embodying the values of familiarity, love, and coexistence that characterise UAE society. The events in Al Satwa also included the recognition of external partners in appreciation of their ongoing efforts and cooperation in supporting community and humanitarian initiatives, and their active role in the success of the events .

The "Your Voice Is Heard" community initiative was also organised in Al Satwa, aimed at listening to residents' feedback, opinions, and suggestions regarding services and community initiatives – reflecting the organisers' commitment to enhancing direct communication with community members and fostering a culture of community partnership. This contributes to service development and achieving the highest levels of quality of life and happiness for residents.

In addition, the events also featured entertainment, cultural, and awareness pavilions, along with the distribution of meals, refreshments, and commemorative gifts to attendees, bringing smiles to their faces and spreading joy and happiness during the Eid days.

Fatima Buhajeer, Chairperson of the Positive Spirit Council, affirmed that these initiatives embody the vision of the UAE's wise leadership in promoting the values of humanity, tolerance, and social solidarity, as well as their commitment to bringing happiness to all segments of society – especially labourers, who are essential partners in the nation's development and success.

She added: "Through these events, we aim to enhance the positive spirit and spread happiness among labourers, sharing with them the joy of Eid in appreciation of their dedication and great efforts. We believe that occasions and holidays are an important opportunity to foster human closeness and strengthen the values of love and coexistence among everyone."

She also noted that the "Your Voice is Heard" initiative reflects our commitment to listening to community members and understanding their needs and observations directly, contributing to the development of community initiatives and services and enhancing quality of life across different areas.

Buhajeer praised the efforts of all organising entities, partners, and volunteers who contributed to the success of the events, affirming that the Positive Spirit Council will continue to launch community initiatives that promote happiness and reinforce the spirit of giving, tolerance, and social solidarity on various occasions.