Dubai releases all rental dispute inmates ahead of Eid Al Fitr 2025
Dh6.8 million settlement clears financial claims for 86 detainees
DUBAI: In a significant humanitarian move ahead of Eid Al Fitr 2025, all inmates involved in rental disputes in Dubai have been released following a major initiative by the Dubai Rental Disputes Center, in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Establishment.
The initiative saw 86 detainees freed after financial claims totalling over Dh6.8 million were settled.
The effort aims to ease the burden on affected families and offer the released individuals a fresh start. This move aligns with the UAE’s commitment to justice, social stability, and humanitarian governance, ensuring financial relief for those previously entangled in rental conflicts.
Humanitarian support
Judge AbdulQader Mousa Mohammed, Chairman of the Dubai Rental Disputes Center, praised the Establishment’s role in making this initiative possible. He highlighted how it underscores the values of compassion and generosity instilled by the UAE’s leadership.
“We extend our deepest gratitude to the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Establishment for their generous support. This initiative showcases the principles of tolerance and cooperation that define our society,” he stated. He further noted that the move aligns with the centre’s continuous efforts to balance legal enforcement with humanitarian considerations, ensuring both tenants’ and landlords’ rights are safeguarded.
The initiative not only provides relief to those previously facing judicial rulings due to financial difficulties but also reinforces the UAE’s model of governance, where legal frameworks integrate social responsibility and compassion.
Restoring stability
Saleh Zahir Al Mazrouei, Director General of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Establishment, reiterated the organisation’s dedication to fostering community security and family well-being under the directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to uplifting vulnerable members of society and reinstating stability within families. The release of inmates ahead of Eid Al Fitr sends a strong message of solidarity, allowing individuals to reintegrate into society and resume their roles as productive citizens,” he said.
Al Mazrouei emphasised the Establishment’s ongoing collaboration with governmental institutions to deliver essential social support. By enabling detainees to clear financial obligations and reunite with their families, the initiative strengthens the social fabric while reinforcing principles of generosity and justice.
The Dubai Rental Disputes Center remains committed to ensuring transparent and fair dispute resolution while upholding humanitarian values. The centre works alongside strategic partners to provide legal clarity and compassionate intervention, offering individuals facing financial distress a second chance.