Oman's Dhahirah signs pact for RO5mn public park in Ibri
Muscat – Dhahirah governorate signed an agreement on Sunday with a group of leading oil and gas companies to build a public park in Ibri, a project valued at more than RO5mn.
Construction of the Ibri Public Park is expected to take 20 months. The initiative forms part of the government's wider efforts to enhance urban living and develop sustainable civic infrastructure.
Designed to serve as a recreational and social space, the park will include a lake, decorative fountains, landscaped gardens, and modern restroom facilities. It aims to promote physical activity and community engagement through wellness trails, open spaces, and dedicated areas for cultural and seasonal events.
Commercial areas within the park will house restaurants and retail outlets, while an open-air theatre is planned for cultural programmes. Other features include administrative and service buildings, prayer areas, and children's play zones.
Officials expect the project to support small and medium enterprises, create jobs, and attract investment, in line with national efforts to promote sustainable urban development.
'This project supports the government's strategic direction towards humanising cities and creating a sustainable urban environment that enhances social interaction and economic development,' said Najib bin Ali al Rawas, Governor of Dhahirah.
The initiative reflects the increasing role of public-private partnerships in Oman.
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