DEWA main sponsor of Qur'an Readers

Dubai, UAE, 14 June 2016: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced its participation as the main sponsor of Qur’an Readers, a group of activities organised by the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities (IACAD), under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Famous Qur’an readers from the Arab World will take part in the activities. The best reader will be chosen for the performance of Taraweeh and Qiyam prayers during the holy month of Ramadan.

The activities are being held at the Rashidiya Grand Mosque throughout Ramadan, and will gather a group of famous Qur’an readers to perform Ramadan Nights, and celebrate the holy month by worshiping, and conducting religious lectures and Qur’an recitations. Qur’an Readers is a popular event in the country, and attracts a large number of people, who come to perform Taraweeh prayers behind famous Qur’an readers.

“DEWA adheres to its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, based on the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to unite the efforts of the people of the UAE. Our sponsorship of Qur’an Readers supports DEWA’s strategy to serve the community and enhance Dubai’s position as a global hub of culture and humanitarianism,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.

“DEWA is committed to upholding its CSR and continuously works to enhance community development. DEWA also supports many religious, cultural, and social events that promote tolerance and compassion among all segments of society and highlight the principles of Islam,” added Al Tayer.

Activities include awareness lectures for both men and woman, and citizens and residents from different communities. The lectures will take place after Taraweeh prayers, with some given in Urdu. Activities will be held inside a tent with a capacity of 2,500 persons, it is equipped with all the necessary facilities and services and will serve over 15,000 people throughout the holy month of Ramadan.