Infrastructure upgrade continues in Jabal Al Akdhar to promote tourism

Times of Oman

06-04-2025

Al Jabal Al Akdhar: Various development projects are being implemented in the Wilayat of Jabal Al Akhdar in the Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah, with the prime aim of upgrading the infrastructure and promoting the tourism and service sectors.
Worth over OMR4.5 million, the projects include improving the road network, constructing recreational facilities and enhancing public services.
Sheikh Hilal Said Al Hajri, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah affirmed that the projects and strategic plans in the Wilayat of Jabal Al Akhdar aim at boosting the role of the region as a promising tourist and investment destination.
He explained that construction work of the ongoing projects is progressing steadily according to the schedule. The completion rate of the Green Mountain Park project has reached 25 percent, and its cost exceeds OMR1.1 million.
The project aims to provide a modern recreational outlet for the visitors to the wilayat, with integrated facilities that keep pace with the aspirations of tourism development.
He pointed out that the governorate pays great attention to enhancing the tourism sector, as the project to design and implement internal roads in Jabal Al Akhdar has been completed at a cost of OMR1.37 million to facilitate traffic movement within the wilayat.
Work is also underway to implement internal roads at a cost of OMR1.4 million, with the completion rate exceeding 10 percent.
He explained that improving the road network contributes to strengthening connectivity between different regions, facilitating the movement of residents and visitors, and supporting tourism and economic activities.
He said that the dual carriageway project at the entrance to Jabal Al Akhdar State, which is nearing completion of the consultancy phase, includes the rehabilitation and development of the main entrance and updating engineering design standards to meet the needs of population growth and urban expansion.
For his part, Sheikh Sultan bin Mansour Al Ghafili, Wali of Jabal Al Akhdar, said that the ambitious development projects currently being implemented in the Wilayat reflect the government's commitment to developing infrastructure and enhancing public services.
These projects include improving the road network and establishing integrated recreational facilities, including the Wilayat Public Park project, which aims to provide a modern and enjoyable recreational space for all, raising the quality of life for citizens and enhancing the tourism experience.
He added that the collaboration with the Governor's Office has significantly contributed to accelerating the implementation of these projects and providing them with the necessary support.
He emphasised that these joint efforts will contribute to the development of the wilayat, ensuring sustainable development and the well-being of its residents.
He explained to the Oman News Agency that there is a clear trend towards developing the infrastructure and stimulating investment in tourism facilities, in addition to organising cultural and heritage festivals that highlight the identity of the Green Mountain.
He said that work is currently underway to establish the Green Mountain Park and implement the Celebrations and Festivals Square project, which is an integrated project that aims to provide an organised environment for entrepreneurs and owners of small and medium enterprises, as it includes all the necessary services to support commercial and tourism activities in the wilayat.
Work has also been ongoing since the beginning of this year to implement the Saih Qatna-Al Hail Road project, explaining that it is a strategic project that contributes to improving the internal road network and facilitating the movement of citizens and visitors.