The Ministry of Interior (MoI) stated that the implementation of the ‘National Disinfection Programme’ will only take place during the evenings of March 26 to 28, from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am the following day.
During this period, all modes of public transportation will be suspended – which include (but not limited to) Dubai Metro, all buses, all taxis, and more. MoI clarifies that all modes of public transportation will resume their regular operations in the morning.
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The UAE government stresses the importance of the ‘National Disinfection Programme’ as this is part of the country’s preventive measures to safeguard the health of the residents and citizens as their top priority.
MoI assures the public that access to all essential stores, including groceries, cooperative societies, supermarkets, and pharmacies will be available 24/7.