Dubai
Just before the introduction of Ramadan, Dubai has announced the construction of 55 new mosques simultaneously. On behalf of the Dubai administration, it has been said that with the construction of 55 new mosques simultaneously, Friday’s preaching will be translated into English in more than 70 percent of the Emirates in English. That is, in English, discourses will be given regarding Islam. The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has made several announcements regarding the construction of new mosques. In which it has been said that these mosques will be grand and modernity will be included in them. Apart from this, architecture will be introduced in mosques, in which the world will be made aware of the legacy of Islamic architecture.
Let us tell you that last year also 24 mosques were inaugurated at the cost of 174 million dirhams, in which arrangements were made for 13 thousand 911 Islamic worshipers simultaneously. Now 55 new mosques will be constructed, for which 475 million dirhams have been released. In this, 40 thousand 961 Islamic worshipers will be able to be together. Apart from this, 54 new plots have also been identified for the construction of new mosques in future.
Construction of seven stars mosques
IACAD has said that these mosques will be of seven star facilities. Apart from this, the department is also preparing a mosque guide, which aims to achieve a 7-star rating for stability in mosques. The department has said that mosques are being constructed in such a way that there is no negative effect on the environment of Dubai. Last year, a self -sufficient mosque was also inaugurated in Dubai, built at a cost of 18.15 million dirham. There can be 500 worshipers in this mosque. The mosque helped reduce the carbon footprints of mosques in Dubai by 5%, which is better than the initial goals.
Apart from this, work has also been started for the construction of 3D-printed mosques in Dubai, which is to be opened in 2026. Through this mosque, Muslims will be encouraged to join technology. However, no new information has been given about the mosque floating in the water at the moment. The floating mosque was announced in the year 2023, the estimated cost of which is 55 million Dirham. Prior to Ramadan, Dubai has already inaugurated two new mosques. The Ibrahim Ali Al Gargavi Mosque in Mirdif is spread over 2,226 square meters. It can sit 544 worshipers. Similarly, the Ata al-Rehman Mosque is inaugurated in Al Barsha (Acaris), which is built in 1,275 square meters. IACAD has said that the school of American University is designing for these mosques.
