Rainwater drainage halts A’ali walking track proposal

TDT | Manama

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Plans to create a dedicated walking and jogging track in A’ali have halted after technical studies found that the proposed site conflicts with existing rainwater drainage infrastructure.

The proposal called for establishing a pedestrian track along Road 4273 in Block 742 to provide residents with a safe and organised space for walking and daily exercise.  

However, the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture informed the Northern Municipal Council that the location cannot accommodate the project because part of the area functions as a rainwater drainage channel.

Officials explained that the drainage network plays an essential role in preventing flooding during heavy rainfall, which makes construction at the proposed location technically difficult.

For many residents in A’ali, the proposed walking track represented more than a development project. It promised a simple space where people could walk safely in the early morning or after sunset, away from traffic.

Walking routes in residential areas often become quiet social spaces where neighbours greet one another and residents find time for exercise and reflection.

While the project cannot move forward at the proposed location, councillors acknowledged the community’s growing need for organised walking spaces and indicated that alternative solutions may be explored in the future.

Until then, many residents will continue relying on ordinary streets and open areas for their daily walks, reflecting the increasing demand for pedestrian friendly spaces within Bahrain’s neighbourhoods.