Dubai: Rumors of boy beaten at Dubai mosque denied

Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has denied a video being circulated on social media showing a student being beaten allegedly in one of Dubai mosques while memorizing Quran.

Confirming that “This incident did not happen in Dubai. The video has been shared on social media multiple times and it took place many years ago.”

The Department emphasized its keenness on the centres and its students, and that it maintains strict rules and regulations at all religious centres and mosques for students and worshippers under its care.