His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has given the green light to two development projects, with a budget totaling AED150 million, aimed at enhancing traffic flow in Sharjah.
The first project focuses on upgrading a 5-kilometer stretch of the Sharjah Ring Road, located near the Etihad Rail station, with an estimated budget of AED90 million, in aims to ease the traffic congestion on Mleiha Road.
The project also includes the expansion of University City Bridge to four lanes, with two in each direction, to facilitate smoother traffic flow and better connectivity leading up to Rakan Bridge.
The second project involves the construction of a new bridge adjacent to the Martyrs' Monument in Sharjah, costing AED60 million.
This bridge will create a direct route for vehicles traveling from Mleiha Road towards Mohamed bin Zayed Road, as well as for those coming from Sheikh Khalifa Street heading towards Maliha Road.
The approval of the projects reflect the emirate's commitment to enhancing traffic safety, alleviating congestion, and shortening travel times between various regions.
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