Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also the Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, instructed the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai (IACAD) to oversee the award.
The move aims to enhance the Award’s global standing and reinforce its role in promoting the study and memorization of the Quran, in line with the Department’s commitment to serving the Quran and fostering religious, cultural, and social initiatives.
The board of trustees for the Award will be led by the director-general of the IACAD.
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The Dubai International Holy Quran Award is an annual award given for memorization of the Quran sponsored by the government of Dubai.
The DIHQA also runs other Quranic programs and activities, including Quranic courses.
Source: GNews