Many ministries, institutions, government agencies, departments, companies and centers in the country celebrated the night of Garangao, which coincides with the night of the half of the holy month of Ramadan. In this regard, the General Organization established the Cultural Village "Katara" A distinctive celebration of the Garangao night, as part of its Ramadan activities, and within the framework of its continuous endeavor to consolidate the customs associated with the authentic heritage of Qatar, and to introduce new generations to the popular heritage and traditions inherited in the blessed month of Ramadan that enhance love, compassion, giving and familiarity in the hearts of children, as hundreds of families and families of citizens and residents began Visiting the cultural district "Katara" After Iftar, which was decorated with a suit of bright and sparkling lights, to celebrate the traditional night that falls on the night of the blessed half of Ramadan, they take with them their children who wear their traditional clothes embroidered with gold and silver threads. "Sudairy" for boys and"Zari" Girls.
The Ministry of Interior also participated in the celebrations of Garangao Night, as the Community Police Department celebrated in the Cultural Village "Katara" By distributing garangao gifts to children in order to bring joy and happiness to them, and in the Landmark Complex, the Juvenile Police Department celebrated with children from the mall’s visitors and their families by distributing garangao to them amidst the joy and happiness of the children. The Community Police Department and the Security Department of Establishments and Authorities represented in the initiative also participated "You matter"A number of ministries and civil society institutions participated in the activities, in addition to the Ministry of Interior, a number of ministries and civil society institutions, and the activities included a number of entertainment and heritage competitions, popular dishes, national anthems and handicrafts. On the other hand, the Public Works Authority organized "works" Represented by the Supervisory Committee of the Beautification of Roads and Public Places in the State, in cooperation with Qatar Tourism, Qatar Airways and Ooredoo, a special event was held to celebrate Garangao Night, in the Doha Corniche Square. The event was attended by representatives of the organizing agencies, in addition to representatives and employees of the Shafallah Center and the Orphan Care Center (Dreama). To contribute to introducing these children to cultural heritage and developing their social and life skills. The Garangao Night event included a series of activities that celebrate Qatari culture and traditions. These activities, specially designed for children to learn and be creative, included a fashion show of traditional Garangao clothing, workshops on decorating the traditional tournament for girls, drawing with Azzam, and making a Sadu bracelet. Theatrical performances on Garangao traditions, singing performances for children, as well as cultural competitions and team building activities, with many prizes.
While the Al-Noor Center for the Blind organized a festive event in Garangao, in cooperation with the General Retirement and Social Insurance Authority, as part of a number of activities provided by the center to its members with the aim of enhancing their knowledge capabilities and strengthening their association with popular events through targeted and distinctive methods. The activity came in the form of renewed pillars distributed between the corner of introducing popular clothes, the corner of making garangao distributions, the corner of garangao cards and lanterns, the corner of mosque design, in addition to the corners of painting, henna, and the garangao shop. The old port of Doha celebrated the Garangao night in the port district, where the event was organized among the buildings of the port district, which embodies the designs and overlapping of its buildings, the architecture and the old Qatari houses, especially those located in the coastal cities and villages of the country. The management of the Old Doha Port has held a group of popular activities that suit different age groups, in addition to distributing gifts and sweets to children and visitors to the port, as part of the port’s commitment to preserving the authentic Qatari culture and its ancient heritage, as these events are considered part of the main activities that it seeks The port aims to consolidate it in the hearts of future generations and to enhance interaction among the local community. Msheireb Downtown Doha lived in a magical and immersive atmosphere with Garangao celebrations, providing families and children with an exceptional experience. Youngsters gathered in Al Nakheel Square on Sikkat Al Wadi Street to participate in traditional fashion shows, and to take 360-degree photos of them and display them on the screens of Msheireb City and the facade of the M7 building. and city neighborhoods. It is worth noting that "Garangao" An old traditional habit that we inherit and renew every year on the night of the middle of the blessed month of Ramadan. It aims to encourage children and urge them to continue fasting until the end of the holy month. It is also a reward for them for fasting half of the blessed month of Ramadan. In the past, children used to knock on the doors of nearby houses and houses after sunset, in order to fill the bags they had with them with various kinds of sweets and nuts that the people specially prepared days before this occasion. In this celebration, the children rejoice with the eternal popular songs, and their words and phrases have connotations that glorify generosity and generosity. "Garangao… Garqaao… Give us, may God give you… The house of Makkah will lead you…".
