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His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inspected on Sunday a number of vital service projects and road networks in the mountainous area of Shis in Khorfakkan.
Upon his arrival, the Ruler of Sharjah received a warm welcome from the people of Khorfakkan, who expressed their gratitude to him for his keenness and significant attention to their living conditions, and the vital development projects in the region.
Sheikh Sultan was briefed on the progress of the Khorfakkan-Sharjah road and tunnels project in Shis. He also highlighted the importance of ensuring the safety of road users and providing all the needs and means of comfort and safety on the sides of the mountain road.
During his visit, Sheikh Sultan called on the public to preserve the beauty of the mountain environment by planting and landscaping surrounding areas. He also called for developing five agricultural areas on the sides of the Khorfakkan-Sharjah road and providing them with all services needed to allow visitors to enjoy the breath-taking views of the region.
During his tour, he also reviewed the progress of some projects and ordered the construction of a new bridge to complement the Khorfakkan-Sharjah road project in Al Weshah area, in addition to creating a crossing to serve the people of Mleiha and Al Dhaid city.
Sheikh Sultan then inaugurated the Shis Nursery in Khorfakkan and toured its departments. He further ordered some modifications that would contribute to improving the education system and providing comforts to the nursery’s children and employees.
His Highness, the Ruler of Sharjah, was accompanied by Salah bin Butti Al Muhairi, Advisor of Sharjah Planning and Survey Department, Yousef Saleh Al Suwaijee, Chairman of the Roads and Transport Authority, residents of the area and other dignitaries.