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You Can Now Name Roads In Dubai. Here's How To Go

About It And What To Keep In Mind

By Rhonita Patnaik
Updated: Thursday, July 4, 2024, 12:20 [GST] The Dubai Road Naming Committee, responsible for naming

roads and streets in Dubai, has introduced the Street Designation Proposal platform under Dubai Municipality's

supervision. This initiative allows public participation in suggesting names for roads and streets throughout Dubai.

The public can contribute by proposing names through the platform link: https://roadsnaming.ae. This initiative encourages

community participation in preserving heritage while promoting modern development.

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Dawoud Al Hajri, Director-General of Dubai Municipality and Chairman of the Dubai Road Naming Committee, highlighted

that this platform is part of efforts to enhance community involvement in naming roads and streets across various areas of
the Emirate. The platform aligns with the committee's goals to preserve historical legacy, promote civilisation, and reflect

future development.

Community Engagement in Road Naming

The committee has developed a method for proposing names based on specific classifications. These include names
linked to Arabic and Islamic design, art, culture, and Arabic poetic prosody. Additionally, it covers names related to natural

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