Community Tour Highlights Key Needs of Diraz Village Residents

TDT | Manama

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Northern Municipal Council member Basem Abu Idris, representative of the second constituency, visited Diraz village along with several residents to review the community’s most pressing needs and service demands.

Abu Idris emphasized that improving roads and walkways, reviving traditional markets, and maintaining the village cemetery are among the top priorities for residents. He noted that ongoing efforts are being made to enhance Diraz’s infrastructure, including upgrades to the village park and coastline, to provide a better recreational space for families. He also revealed plans to propose the revival of traditional markets such as the fish market, in addition to establishing a public library to serve researchers and students.

On housing conditions, Abu Idris said the council is working with residents to document old and unsafe houses, while keeping communication channels open for feedback and complaints. He highlighted the urgent need to redevelop the village’s main entrance, which suffers from daily traffic congestion and frequent accidents due to the high number of community halls and the lack of sufficient parking. This project will align with the broader development of Budaiya Highway.

Regarding the cemetery, Abu Idris explained that the municipality is continuing cleaning efforts and has planted 500 seedlings to improve its appearance. Long-time volunteer Mohammed Khalil Ibrahim, who has served at the cemetery for 30 years, called for paving the walkways with red tiles, adding proper shading and lighting, and officially recognizing the 21 active volunteers who support cemetery services. He warned that the current weak lighting poses safety risks.

For Abu Sobah, Abu Idris outlined a comprehensive plan to upgrade the corniche, which includes repairing flooring, improving lighting, adding greenery, and enhancing family facilities, all while adopting clean energy for sustainability. He also proposed creating an interactive educational park for children and students, with hands-on workshops to raise agricultural awareness, along with a permanent cinema feature showcasing the history of farming in Bahrain.

Meanwhile, residents raised concerns about long-pending housing applications, some of which date back to 2004. They expressed disappointment that Diraz only received around 60 homes in Salman City, despite the village’s population of nearly 18,000.

The tour ultimately highlighted the community’s main needs: infrastructure upgrades, better public services, and solutions to housing issues, all aimed at ensuring stability and comprehensive development for the people of Diraz.