In preparation for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has collaborated with the Sharjah Police General Headquarters to implement revised commercial truck movement restrictions. These strategic measures, announced on February 16, 2026, aim to optimize traffic flow and enhance road safety during periods of heightened vehicular activity characteristic of the Ramadan period.
The newly established regulations will enforce truck bans during two critical time windows: morning restrictions from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, followed by evening limitations from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. These coordinated efforts specifically target peak traffic hours when altered work schedules and increased pre-iftar movement traditionally create congestion challenges across the emirate.
Key transportation corridors will operate under specialized schedules. Al Dhaid Road (stretching from Intersection 7 to Al Dhaid City) and the bidirectional Al Habab–Al Madam–Emirates Bypass Road will observe morning restrictions exclusively. Meanwhile, the Emirates Bypass Road (Dubai toward Sharjah direction up to Intersection 7) will maintain additional evening limitations alongside morning controls. Notably, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road will implement overnight restrictions from midnight to 5:30 AM.
These proactive measures reflect the authorities’ commitment to addressing the unique traffic dynamics that emerge during Ramadan, when shifting daily routines and increased social activities significantly impact road usage patterns. The coordinated approach between transportation and law enforcement agencies demonstrates Sharjah’s comprehensive strategy for maintaining urban mobility while prioritizing public safety during this spiritually significant period.