Public transport is an eminent part of the UAE’s infrastructure. Dubai is a rapidly growing city with high car ownership rates. Public transport helps alleviate traffic congestion by providing an alternative to private vehicles. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invested heavily in expanding its public transportation, including the Dubai Metro, buses, trams and water transport in Dubai.
These efforts demonstrate that Dubai is committed to providing efficient and sustainable public transportation for its residents and visitors. This year, RTA is celebrating its 14th public transport day starting from October 25 to 8 November. The theme for this year’s RTA Public Transport Day Celebrations 2023 is “Gym on the Go”. Let’s go through the details.
Details on the RTA Public Transport Day Celebrations 2023
For the RTA public transport day celebrations 2023 individuals who regularly use public transport in Dubai and need to walk to and from transport stations can receive significant rewards. This is a part of RTA’s new campaign to promote an active lifestyle and community involvement. RTA is celebrating the 14th Public Transport Day with a theme of “gym under the go”.
Studies show that walking for just 30 minutes each day can improve your heart health, bones, muscles and endurance.
The theme “Gym on the Go,” underscores Dubai’s commitment to improving people’s health by encouraging them to use public transportation.
Rowdah Al Mehrizi, the Director of Marketing and Corporate Communication at RTA, pointed out that Public Transport Day, which falls on November 1st, aligns with RTA’s celebration of its 18th anniversary.
This date also coincides with the commencement of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, a 2017 initiative that was introduced by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council.
The Dubai Fitness Challenge will span from October 28th to November 26th this year. This synchronisation highlights Dubai’s aspiration to rank among the most active cities globally, providing an opportunity for everyone to engage in their favourite sports.
RTA’s 14th Public Transport Day Celebrations Activities
Individuals have the opportunity to partake in sports activities at public transport stations spanning seven days, and everyone is encouraged to engage in various events and competitions during this campaign.
Here are the details pertaining to RTA’s 14th Transport Day celebration activities:
GPS Canvas Interface
As part of the Public Transport Day festivities, there will be an exciting GPS CANVAS Interface competition led by prominent social media influencers. Each influencer will embark on a journey across Dubai using different modes of public transport, including the metro, tram, ferry, bus and abra.
The primary objective is to inspire the public to follow these routes and share their distinctive GPS artworks. Five participants will be selected as winners in this competition.
Protecting Endangered Species
The current year’s celebrations feature an interactive smartphone game designed to inspire players to safeguard endangered animals and reduce their carbon footprint. Players can sign up on the dedicated Microsite and follow clues to discover virtual treasures, symbolising the rescue of endangered species. Those who aid these creatures have a chance to win prizes from RTA. Besides, here is how to reduce the carbon footprint of your cars.
Recognizing Dedicated Commuters
As part of these festivities, RTA will recognize the most frequent users of public transportation from the last five years, encompassing both the general public and individuals with special needs. Special acknowledgement will be extended to RTA employees and individuals representing government and private organisations involved in the campaign.
Participants falling within these three categories are encouraged to register on RTA’s website. As part of the RTA Public Transport Day celebrations theme: gym on the go, the top three participants in each category will receive rewards ranging from one million nol Plus points to 250,000 points.
Promoting Well-being
RTA is dedicated to organising a variety of sports events in collaboration with partners and sponsors. The overarching goal of these activities is to drive progress, enhance living standards and ensure the well-being and happiness of all residents, citizens and visitors, while also positioning Dubai as the world’s premier city for quality living.
Stay tuned to UAE’s top auto blog for more on various RTA services and events.
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