du continues its free broadcast partnership with DIHQA for the fourth year

As an Official Sponsor of the 17th Dubai International Holy Qur’an Award (DIHQA), du will broadcast the competition free of charge to its du TV customers for the fourth consecutive year.

The DIHQA, sponsored by the Dubai government, is an annual award given for the memorisation of the Holy Qur’an, and includes a multitude of other ceremonies and activities aimed at confirming and celebrating Islamic values.

du TV customers can watch the Dubai International Holy Quran Award channel for free on du’s dedicated channel 649. Coverage will be provided live, 24/7, starting from the first day of Ramadan and continuing until the last day of Eid. The live broadcast will be uplinked through du’s Nilesat platform.

“On the occasion of the 16th Dubai International Holy Qur’an Award competition, we would like to congratulate His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the organizing committee for once more emphasizing the unique values of Islam and Ramadan,” said Hala Badri, Executive Vice President, Brand and Communications, du. “We are proud to have been selected as an Official Sponsor of the Award. It is an honour to support our nation’s heritage and this unique initiative by Dubai’s Government by broadcasting this intrinsic ceremony to our customers, free of charge.”

“du has demonstrated a unique level of commitment to preserving the culture, heritage and religion of the UAE by supporting the Dubai International Holy Qur’an Award competition for four consecutive years. We commend them for their dedication and support to the vision of our leadership team,” said Ahmed Al Zahid, Member of the organizing committee and Head of Media, DIHQA. “Ever since the Award was initiated in 1418 in the Hijri calendar, it has become an essential component of the UAE’s Ramadan observances, and has developed the talent of hundreds of Quran reciters.”

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