Dubai Municipality has initiated enhanced inspections in malls and indoor public spaces in response to an increasing number of complaints from residents about vaping inside these areas. Despite the legal sale of e-cigarettes in the UAE since mid-April 2019, vaping and smoking remain strictly banned indoors nationwide.
Residents’ concerns over indoor vaping have prompted authorities to more rigorously enforce existing laws. The municipality’s intensified inspections aim to:
- Ensure public health and safety
- Maintain smoke-free environments inside malls, restaurants, offices, and other indoor facilities
- Prevent the use of e-cigarettes in prohibited indoor areas
Officials have reminded the public that the prohibition on smoking and vaping indoors remains in effect and stressed the importance of compliance. Dubai has been proactive in its efforts to protect citizens from the health risks associated with smoking and vaping in enclosed spaces.
The ongoing monitoring efforts underscore Dubai’s commitment to:
- Actively responding to community feedback
- Enforcing regulations strictly
- Maintaining clean, healthy environments for residents and visitors alike
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