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Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Tribune
Greening the Capital
As part of the ongoing 'Capital, a Healthy Governorate' initiative, the Capital Governorate, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), hosted a tree-planting event at Bu Ashira Park to celebrate World Environment Day. The event was graced by the presence of H.E. Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Governor of the Capital, and H.E. Yusuf Lori, who both reiterated Bahrain's commitment to sustainability through impactful green actions. These include coastal clean-up drives, expanded urban greenery, and environmental awareness campaigns—all in line with the Kingdom's national green strategy. The celebration drew support from various community organizations including the Maan programme, Annai Tamil Mandram Executives, Global Federation of Societies for Social Service (GFSS), Indian Ladies Association, and a dedicated team of volunteers, reflecting the multicultural harmony at the heart of Bahrain's environmental journey.
Daily Tribune
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Tribune
Annai Tamil Mandram Leads Tree-Planting Drive at City Beach to Celebrate World Environment Day
AB Marking World Environment Day with purpose and unity, Annai Tamil Mandram, known for its impactful social service initiatives in Bahrain, organized a vibrant tree-planting event at City Beach on May 30th. In collaboration with the Capital Governorate and Gulf Fencing and Specialist Surfacing (GFSS), the initiative blossomed into more than just a green mission—it became a gathering of minds, hearts, and hope. The event radiated significance with the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including H.E. Mr. Yousif Lori (Director of Information and Follow-up, Capital Governorate), Mr. Pugazhendhi (General Manager, GFSS), and Ms. Kalpana from Pearl Prestige Pools W.L.L, alongside many other supportive guests and well-wishers. Adding a vibrant twist, Mr. Ebin Thomas, renowned fitness coach and dance instructor, delivered a lively and thought-provoking talk on health and wellness—reminding everyone that personal vitality is also part of caring for the planet. The gathering opened with a warm welcome address by Mr. Palanichamy, General Secretary of Annai Tamil Mandram, while the organization's President, Mr. Senthil G.K., along with fellow executives, honored the special guests in a ceremony rooted in gratitude and community spirit. Kicking off the green action, Mr. Vinothkumar Manivannan ignited the crowd with an insightful environmental awareness speech, setting the tone for a day devoted to nature. A creative spark lit up the event with a poster drawing competition and online video contest, judged by Mr. Lakshmi Narayanan, who later presented awards to the winners—proving that climate action can be as expressive as it is essential. With more than 100 enthusiastic participants, the event saw young and old alike digging into the sand, planting saplings, and leaving behind a legacy of green hope. Meticulously organized by event coordinator Mr. Arun, every aspect of the initiative—from logistics to participation—ran with precision and passion. The day wrapped up on a gracious note as Mr. Abdul Basith, Internal Auditor of Annai Tamil Mandram, delivered a heartfelt vote of thanks, extending appreciation to everyone who helped nurture the idea into reality. Special thanks were extended to City Beach administration, whose support turned the vision into action, and to the dedicated sponsors, executives, women's wing members, volunteers, and members of the public who worked tirelessly to bring this environmental mission to life. Annai Tamil Mandram continues to plant not just trees—but awareness, unity, and change.
Daily Tribune
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Tribune
Tree-planting event at City Beach successful
Annai Tamil Mandram, which performs various social services in Bahrain, organized a tree-planting event at City Beach on May 30th, in collaboration with the Capital Governorate and Gulf Fencing and Specialist Surfacing (GFSS), to mark World Environment Day. The event was graced by esteemed guests including His Excellency Mr. Yousif Lori (Director Of Information and Followup, Capital Governorate) and Mr. Pugazhendhi (General Manager, GFSS) and Miss. Kalpana from Pearl Prestige Pools W.L.L along with many other important guests and supporters. Mr. Ebin Thomas, fitness trainer and dance instructor, delivered a special speech on health. Annai Tamil Mandram's General Secretary, Mr. Palanichamy, welcomed the special guests with a welcome address. Annai Tamil Mandram's President, Mr. Senthil G.K., and the Mandram's executives honored the special guests. The event began with a special awareness speech on the environment by Mr. Vinothkumar Manivannan. Mr. Lakshmi Narayanan, who served as the judge, presented prizes to the participants and winners of the poster drawing competition and online video contest organized by Annai Tamil Mandram for the tree-planting event.
Zawya
08-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Massive infrastructure project plans outlined in Bahrain
Bahrain - Massive infrastructure projects have been earmarked for Juffair, Adliya, Umm Al Hassam, Mina Salman and Ghuraifa, a top minister has announced. Works Minister Ibrahim Al Hawaj highlighted ongoing and future projects in Capital Governorate constituency four, in response to a question by Parliament's foreign affairs, defence and national security committee chairman and area MP Hassan Bukhammas. He pointed out that the governorate had seen significant progress in sanitation infrastructure. 'The sewage network now covers nearly 92.95 per cent of all built-up properties in the governorate,' said Mr Al Hawaj. 'In constituency four specifically, coverage has reached 98.83pc, and plans are underway to connect the remaining areas, including through an active project in Block 324 in Juffair. 'This project includes the installation of a sewage system for 112 properties and road developments, such as Avenue 12. 'As of now, the project is 80pc complete, at a cost of BD3.47 million.' One of the most significant infrastructure achievements in the area was the redevelopment of Al Fateh Highway, completed at a cost of BD29.66m. 'The project from Exhibition Avenue entrance in the north to the Mina Salman Intersection in the south involved major upgrades at key junctions, including Shaikh Daij Avenue, the Gulf Hotel Bahrain and Al Fateh Grand Mosque.' The road projects in progress include: * Road 4225 in Block 342 (Al Ghuraifa): 90pc complete, at a cost of BD35,000. * Roads 3320 and 3321 in Block 333 (Umm Al Hassam): 90pc complete, at a cost of BD150,000. Meanwhile, three infrastructure initiatives are scheduled to begin this year: 1. Construction of a fourth southbound lane from Al Fateh Highway to Mina Salman Interchange 2. Construction of a third northbound lane at the same interchange 3. Maintenance and reconstruction of Road 22 in Block 324, Juffair, with work phased according to ongoing sewage works. 'Our priority is to provide modern, reliable infrastructure that supports community development and economic progress,' said Mr Al Hawaj. He explained that project prioritisation is determined by a range of technical and urban planning criteria, such as density of built-up areas, engineering readiness and service agency requirements. 'The ministry co-ordinates closely with the Capital Trustees Board and municipal councils to ensure alignment with broader development strategies.' The minister is expected to attend today's extraordinary Parliament session to respond to queries submitted by Parliament's financial and economic affairs committee chairman Ahmed Al Salloom (Capital Governorate constituency five), foreign affairs, defence and national security committee vice-chairman Hassan Ibrahim (Northern Governorate constituency four) and Muneer Suroor (Northern Governorate constituency seven). mohammed@
Daily Tribune
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Capital Governor Reaffirms Commitment to Community Partnership and Worker Empowerment on International Labour Day
His Excellency Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulrahman bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Capital Governor, reaffirmed the governorate's strong commitment to engaging in both local and international events through collaborative efforts with civil society organizations. These efforts, he stated, are key to enhancing social bonds and upholding the principle of community partnership. This statement came during a special ceremony held to mark International Labour Day, where the Capital Governor honoured the governorate's employees in recognition of their dedication and meaningful contributions. The event was held in the presence of Deputy Capital Governor Hassan Abdullah Al Madani. In his address, HE Shaikh Rashid praised the role of workers as essential contributors to Bahrain's continued development. He also reiterated the governorate's support for its workforce through various initiatives focused on education, awareness, and personal and professional growth. The ceremony served as a celebration of the workforce's efforts and as a reflection of the Capital Governorate's ongoing commitment to nurturing an empowered, engaged, and community-oriented society.
