Prime Highlights :
- Abu Dhabi suspends Eid Al Adha Mawaqif parking and Darb tolls.
- Normal charges resume on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Key Facts :
- Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has guaranteed exemption on toll and parking during the Eid holiday.
- The step is taken to allow free movement and for accepting public participation on festive days.
Key Background :
Abu Dhabi’s approach to urban mobility during major public holidays has consistently prioritized resident comfort and traffic management. Eid Al Adha, one of the most significant religious festivals in the Islamic calendar, typically sees increased movement as families gather and communities celebrate. Recognizing the added travel needs during this period, the ITC has introduced temporary toll and parking exemptions.
The Darb toll scheme, regulating car flow between significant traffic nodes, is yet another cornerstone of the smart transportation infrastructure of Abu Dhabi. Except for toll charges, the state will be looking to ease the financial burden on drivers and discourage traffic jams at the key city entrances. Similarly, the Mawaqif paid parking scheme, regulating most of the urban area, will also be exempted this holiday season to offer more flexibility and convenience to car drivers.
This is not the first occasion on which this is occurring; the same suspensions are common around Eid Al Adha and Eid Al Fitr. The traditions show sensitivity in the capital to the resident needs and the relevance of cultural practices.
Beyond cost relief, the move reinforces Abu Dhabi’s vision of creating an inclusive, accessible, and livable urban environment. Free parking and toll exemptions serve not only as a practical benefit but also as a goodwill gesture, strengthening the connection between authorities and the community. These steps also underscore the commitment to public happiness, safety, and urban efficiency.
As the holiday season approaches, the ITC advises citizens to plan their vacations, take public transportation where possible, and remain vigilant for government announcements. Despite the exemption of tolls and parking fees, public service announcements urge citizens not to resort to illegal parking and not to block pedestrian ways.
Abu Dhabi during this Eid harmonizes high-tech planning with traditional hospitality—enabling citizens to holiday with ease and security.
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