Abu Dhabi: The Martyrs’ Families’ Affairs Office at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court has launched a special initiative for the family members of the UAE martyrs and the injured Armed Forces personnel to perform Haj for the second consecutive year.

About 100 family members will take part in the pilgrimage this year, honouring the noble sacrifice of the UAE heroes and the injured personnel in defending the country and preserving its achievements.

The initiative is in coordination with the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, and in line with the vision of the Martyrs’ Families’ Affairs Office in promoting social and community cohesion.

Shaikh Khalifa Bin Tahnoun bin Mohammad Al Nahyan, Director of the Martyrs’ Families’ Affairs Office at the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court, said that the initiative follows the directives of the UAE’s wise leadership, which focuses on channelling care and appreciation to the UAE’s martyrs and the injured personnel. He stressed the role of the Office in utilising all the resources and providing the necessary support to the families to perform Haj this year.

The family members participating in this year’s Haj expressed their gratitude to the UAE’s wise leadership for their continued support and generosity. They also thanked the Martyrs’ Families’ Affairs Office for their role in facilitating all the necessary services and requirements.