Reported: 1 November 2026
The Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Holy Quran Competition has concluded its 27th edition, with organisers reporting 2,750 male and female participants from across the UAE.
Dubai Media Office said the latest edition saw a 58% increase in participation compared with 2025, reflecting wider community participation in recitation and memorisation categories.
Participation mix and Ramadan celebration planned
Organisers said the edition included 1,357 female participants (51.6%) and 1,393 male participants (48.4%). Emirati citizens accounted for 1,944 participants (74%), alongside residents of various nationalities.
Dubai International Holy Quran Award, affiliated with the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, said the competition is organised with the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum.
The media release states that winners will be honoured during the upcoming holy month of Ramadan, with the ceremony serving as recognition for results in Quranic reading, memorisation and Tajweed.
The source reports category-by-category participation levels, including memorisation tracks and recitation categories, and notes dedicated tracks for senior Emirati citizens and new Muslims.
Source: Dubai Media Office.