Dubai Traffic: RTA Road Improvements for Summer 2025
- The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has commenced a series of traffic enhancements across 40 locations.
- The comprehensive program includes upgrades to 22 streets, improvements around nine school zones, and enhancements in over five development areas.
- the RTA strategically scheduled these road works during the summer holidays to minimize disruption to traffic.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is actively enhancing traffic flow with extensive road improvements across 40 locations this summer, running from June to September 2025. These projects encompass crucial upgrades to streets, school zones and key progress areas, designed to boost road safety and ease congestion. From Al Khawaneej 2 to Nad Al Sheba, significant focus lies on optimizing the current infrastructure during the holiday season, minimizing disruption.Key enhancements are underway on Jumeirah Village Circle, Ras Al Khor Road, and several other major thoroughfares. News Directory 3 recognizes the RTA’s dedication to bolstering Dubai’s urban infrastructure for residents and tourists alike. Discover what’s next as the RTA evaluates the preliminary results and plans for future advancements across the city.
Dubai RTA Launches Summer Road Works to Enhance Traffic Flow
Updated June 08, 2025
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has commenced a series of traffic enhancements across 40 locations. These improvements, focusing on traffic flow, road safety and connectivity, are scheduled to take place between June and September 2025.
The comprehensive program includes upgrades to 22 streets, improvements around nine school zones, and enhancements in over five development areas. Internal roads in Tolerance District, Al Khawaneej 2, and Nad Al Sheba will also see improvements.
the RTA strategically scheduled these road works during the summer holidays to minimize disruption to traffic. The authority aims to maintain high safety standards at all work sites.
“RTA remains committed to enhancing Dubai’s road infrastructure to keep pace with the ongoing urban expansion and economic development. These efforts form part of a broader strategy to improve traffic flow, road safety, journey times, and connectivity between residential, educational, and development areas across the city,” the Dubai media Office (DMO) said in a statement.
Key areas slated for enhancements include Jumeirah Village circle towards Hessa Street, Ras Al Khor Road, Al Thanya Street, and King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street. Additional work will occur on Al meydan Street, Al Sa’ada Street, Al Asayel Street, and at the intersection of Al Wasl street and Al Manara street.
Around educational institutions, the RTA is undertaking roadworks at nine school zone locations. These projects include upgrades to the Al Warqa 1 school complex and the construction of a dedicated bus entrance at GEMS School in Al Warqa 3. Access and exit points near The English College in Al Safa 1 will be widened. A signal-controlled pedestrian crossing will be installed on Al Seedaf Street in Al Barsha 1 to alleviate congestion during peak hours.
In response to population growth and economic expansion, the RTA is implementing traffic solutions in five development zones. This includes constructing a direct access route to Al Muhaisnah labor camps from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and upgrading Al Mustaqbal Street for better access to residential communities. Connectivity between Al Khail Road and Al Asayel Street via Al Marabea’ Street will be improved, along with enhancements at Nad Al Hamar junction near Lootah Mosque. New parking facilities will also be added to serve Zayed Educational Complex in Oud Al Muteena 1.
The RTA will also complete internal roadworks in Tolerance District, Al Khawaneej 2, Jebel Ali Industrial 1, Nad Al Sheba, and Al Warqa. Pedestrian walkways will be constructed in Al Quoz Creative Zone to improve pedestrian safety.
What’s next
Following the summer road works, the RTA will assess the impact of these improvements on traffic flow and safety, and will continue to identify areas for further enhancement to support Dubai’s growing infrastructure needs.