Hodeidah:The Hodeidah Public Works Office has made notable progress in service projects during the first quarter of 1448 AH. These initiatives include road construction, maintenance, street and bridge repairs, as well as improvements in rainwater drainage channels, street lighting, market organization, and urban planning enforcement.
According to Yemen News Agency, the office managed 27 road projects, with nine new ventures. Among these, four have been completed, three are ongoing, and two have been suspended. Key activities included repairing internal streets, maintaining the Bajil-Kilo 16 road, expanding the Sham-Salif road, and upgrading the Martyr Al-Sammad Street with landscaping enhancements.
Significantly, the office began the first phase of widening and rehabilitating the main Hodeidah-Taiz highway in the Al-Masoudi area of Bayt Al-Faqih District, involving comprehensive road improvements and lighting installations that will eventually extend to Hays District.
The maintenance department focused on cleaning rainwater drainage channels across several districts in Hodeidah city, along with repairing and replacing drainage covers, removing waste, and maintaining streetlights.
In municipal services, 314 permits for construction-related activities were issued, while over 218 field campaigns removed debris and organized street vendors to alleviate congestion. Violations were addressed in multiple districts to maintain public order.
Director Mohammed Muthanna emphasized prioritizing road safety and service improvements, highlighting the importance of monitoring projects like the Hodeidah-Taiz highway rehabilitation. Coordination with various authorities remains crucial for advancing ongoing projects and enhancing services for the community.
