Sharjah: Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has announced AED19 million ($5.17 million) to fund the renewal of 21 park walls situated across various areas of the city to enhance the visual charm of these parks.
The Sharjah Ruler also guided the heads of the municipalities to do field tours, before starting their work to ensure the public needs. Under the correct guidance and oversight of Dr. Al Qasimi, the municipality delivers outstanding facilities, and services, ensuring a high standard of quality and excellence.
Mr. Obaid Saeed Al Teneiji, Director-General of Sharjah Municipality, expressed his appreciation for the Sharjah Ruler’s endorsement of this project, which includes financial support to ensure its successful execution by the highest standards and specifications. This decision reflects Sheikh Sultan’s vision to prioritise the improvement of parks and their facilities, delivering exceptional services that create an ideal environment for fostering social connections and offering a rewarding experience to the community.
Mr. Al Teneiji emphasized that a dedicated team has been assigned to oversee the project’s implementation and identify parks with ageing walls. The initial phase has already started. The scope encompasses the removal of dilapidated walls, to be replaced by new ones that meet the finest standards and specifications, harmonising with the emirate’s architectural style that embodies a blend of heritage, tradition, and authenticity. This aims to elevate the city’s overall urban and aesthetic appeal.
The Director-General highlighted that park walls play a crucial role in ensuring safety and security, as well as protecting the properties and service facilities within the parks. The renewal of these walls serves as a clear indication of the municipality’s steadfast dedication to improving services and developing facilities in alignment with the urban and population growth of the emirate.