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A senior official has announced the establishment of a dedicated private passage for Haj pilgrims departing from Dubai for the yearly Islamic pilgrimage. Pilgrims will benefit from exclusive check-in and passport control counters, along with designated departure gates, alleviating congestion during Dubai’s peak travel periods before the Eid Al Adha holiday and summer vacation.

It’s anticipated that UAE residents will enjoy a five-day weekend for the upcoming Eid Al Adha, with the holiday expected to commence on Monday, June 17.