Road overhaul and parking expansion

TDT | Manama

Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com

Longstanding resident complaints prompted a major infrastructure decision in Isa Town, after the Southern Municipal Council approved a full redevelopment plan for Block 810 to improve roads and public services in the area.

The council reviewed several service-related proposals, with the redevelopment of Block 810 in Constituency One emerging as the most significant. Members also examined responses from relevant ministries regarding previously submitted councillor proposals.

The upgrade proposal, submitted by Southern Municipality council member Abdulla Saleh Daraj, received unanimous approval. It calls for a complete overhaul of the block’s ageing infrastructure following repeated complaints about deteriorating internal roads that have exceeded their operational lifespan.

Daraj said the poor road condition has affected traffic flow and raised safety concerns, stressing the need for urgent intervention.

The approved works include resurfacing internal streets using asphalt and interlock paving, installing a modern rainwater drainage system with underground storage tanks to reduce water accumulation, and upgrading street lighting across the area.

Officials said the improvements are expected to enhance road safety, reduce accidents, and improve overall living conditions, while also preserving the urban character of the area in line with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.

In a related development, the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture confirmed progress on a separate proposal to convert two rest areas in Zayed Town into parking facilities.

The ministry noted that the Ministry of Works secured approval from the General Directorate of Traffic to proceed with developing parking at the rest area on Road 2002 in Block 720, after completing all necessary technical approvals and permits.

Implementation will follow the approved priority schedule and depend on budget availability, as part of broader efforts to improve infrastructure and ease traffic congestion across residential areas.