Ibb:Governor Abdulwahid Salah commenced work on the first phase of the Western Ring Road rehabilitation project, covering the Al-Sahoul - Asam - Al-Sabal stretch. The initiative spans nine kilometers and comes with a budget of 500 million Riyals.
According to Yemen News Agency, the project is jointly funded by the local authority and the Road Maintenance Fund and is being executed by the governorate's Executive Unit for Road Projects. It includes asphalt paving, concrete surfacing, and structural works aimed at enhancing road infrastructure, traffic safety, and facilitating smoother movement for citizens and vehicles.
Governor Salah, along with Deputy Governors Abdul-Wahid Al-Marou'i and Mohammed Al-Shabibi, was briefed by the project team on the planned works, implementation phases, and efforts to adhere to approved technical specifications. The Governor stressed the project's role in improving the road network and infrastructure, highlighting the importance of meeting technical and engineering standards for quality and sustainability.
Emphasizing collaboration, Governor Salah reiterated the local authority's dedication to partnering with entities responsible for road maintenance and allocating resources to priority service projects that address citizens' needs and improve service quality.
Engineer Ibrahim Al-Shami, Director of the Governorate's Public Works Office, noted the project's significance in enhancing the road's condition and efficiency. He underscored the need for work to adhere to technical studies and regular monitoring to achieve project objectives.
Engineer Khaled Al-Salahi, Director of the Governorate's Executive Unit for Road Projects, confirmed that the 500 million Riyals first phase involves asphalt paving, concrete surfacing, and structural works. He assured the commitment to compliance with approved technical and engineering standards throughout the project.
