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3/4/24, 10:55 AM Dubai Municipality undertakes a new agricultural beautification project in the Emirate at the crossroads of Al Meydan and Al Khail

The implementation of sustainable groundwater and rainwater drainage systems by the

Municipality has proven effective, particularly during the recent rainfall. Furthermore, a
pumping station with a capacity exceeding 280 cubic meters per hour has also been

established, along with a tank with a capacity of 1,000 cubic meters. As part of
beautification efforts at the intersection, the Municipality has also installed multi-color

linear lighting systems.

H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, emphasized the
significance of agricultural beautification initiatives and highlighted the efforts to expand

green spaces across Dubai. These efforts reflect the vision of His Highness Sheikh

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and
Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as the best city to live in the world.

Al Hajri stated that increasing green spaces in Dubai is integral to the Municipality’s

strategies aimed at promoting environmental sustainability in the emirate. The goal is to
establish a comprehensive environmental impact that preserves natural elements and

resources while improving their overall quality. These efforts are expected to enhance
Dubai’s attractiveness and aesthetic appeal while ensuring the highest standards of living

and luxury for its residents.

Sustainable irrigation

H.E. Al Hajri said: “Dubai Municipality prioritizes the development of agricultural

beautification projects with a primary goal of enhancing the ever-renewing vitality of Dubai
according to integrated world-class standards, in addition to fostering sustainability in

Dubai by actively implementing innovative irrigation technologies that rely on fully recycled

water.”

Inspired idea

The design of the intersection at Al Meydan and Al Khail roads has been inspired by the

patterns of horse hoof prints. The outcome is a unique artwork that combines elements of

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