From Pitch to Prayer, A New Eid Ground for Al Zallaq

TDT | Manama

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Transformation

A former football pitch in Al Zallaq is set to be transformed into a dedicated Eid prayer ground after the Southern Municipal Council unanimously approved its reallocation. The decision marks a significant shift in the use of public land, reflecting changing community priorities within Block 1056.

The ground, once used for local matches and informal training sessions, has seen limited sporting activity in recent years. Meanwhile, the surrounding neighbourhood has continued to expand, increasing the demand for a permanent and well organised space capable of hosting large congregations during Eid prayers.

Members agreed that relying on temporary arrangements was no longer practical for a district experiencing steady population growth. Families attending Eid prayers require broader, safer open areas that can comfortably accommodate worshippers while ensuring smooth access and movement.

By converting the old football field into a prayer ground, the council aims to provide a structured venue designed specifically for major religious occasions, improving organisation, safety, and the overall resident experience.

The unanimous vote underscores broad agreement that public facilities must evolve in line with demographic realities. Rather than allowing the former pitch to remain underutilised, councillors endorsed its reassignment to serve a more immediate and widely felt community need.

The move illustrates a pragmatic municipal approach, where land once dedicated to sport now finds renewed purpose at the heart of the district’s social and religious life.