All security and service departments at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) have finalised their preparations to welcome Eid al-Fitr, ensuring comfort and reassurance for all residents of Qatar to celebrate the joyous occasion.
Local Arabic daily Arrayah reported that a technical co-ordination meeting was held recently at the National Command Centre (NCC) to discuss the security plan for the Ministry of Interior’s departments, as well as the support and reinforcement plans from the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) during Eid al-Fitr holiday to further enhance security.
At the NCC, the operational system remains on high alert, ready to fulfil its duties 24/7 throughout the Eid holiday.
Highly trained personnel operate in the main operations room of the Command and Control Department, which includes all relevant entities responsible for responding to emergency reports received from the Emergency Services Room (999) and the Emergency Unit for the Deaf (992).
Advanced technological systems are used to manage various incidents and crises, monitor and track their outcomes, and ensure rapid response.
The General Directorate of Coastal Security has developed a plan to intensify marine patrols due to the increased number of sea-goers, ensuring their safety.
The directorate’s marine patrols operate around the clock to provide necessary assistance to sea-goers, including fishermen, tourists, and those engaging in recreational activities such as water sports.
The Rescue Police (Al Fazaa) are making preparations by increasing the number of patrols across the country, particularly on highways experiencing heavy traffic, to ensure that everyone enjoys Eid safely.
Al Fazaa patrols are deployed to prevent accidents or violations that may disturb public peace.
The department’s plan includes positioning patrols near public parks, markets, shopping malls, and tourist attractions, as well as securing prayer areas and mosques designated for Eid al-Fitr prayers.
Additionally, patrols will be stationed in various areas to maintain security and provide assistance.
The Traffic Patrols and Investigation Department of the General Directorate of Traffic has completed all preparations to ensure traffic flow during Eid al-Fitr.
A comprehensive plan has been developed to increase the presence of patrols and traffic officers across the country, especially near mosques and Eid prayer sites, within residential neighbourhoods, and around commercial complexes, commercial streets, and markets.
On the morning of Eid al-Fitr, efforts will focus on managing traffic at the busiest Eid prayer locations to prevent congestion.
Patrols will be present throughout the day on highways and major roads.
In the evening, patrols and traffic officers will be stationed at event venues associated with Eid celebrations and in areas with high public turnout, such as the Corniche, The Pearl Island and other popular destinations.
