Over 55,000 flowers add to the beauty of Dibba Al Hisn

In line with the directives of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and expanding green spaces, Dibba Al Hisn Municipality continued implementing a series of agricultural and beautification projects between January and April 2026.

The initiatives seek to enhance quality of life and strengthen the city’s environmental identity through expanding afforestation across residential and public areas.

As part of efforts to enrich plant diversity, the municipality planted more than 55,000 flowers and ground-cover seedlings, including 44,850 seasonal flowers, contributing significantly to the aesthetic harmony of the city’s landscape.

The overall agricultural work during the period also included the planting of dozens of trees and 7,616 shrubs, in addition to a wide variety of plant species, reflecting the scale of green expansion and the diversity of vegetation cover across different locations.

Khadija Najeeb, Director of the Agriculture Department at Dibba Al Hisn Municipality, affirmed that these efforts are part of an integrated strategic plan aimed at building a sustainable green ecosystem based on best agricultural practices and advanced irrigation and resource-management technologies.

She noted that the municipality continuously works on selecting plant species suited to the local environment to ensure sustainable growth and reduce water consumption.

She added: “Agricultural projects in Dibba Al Hisn go beyond enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the city; they represent an integrated vision aimed at strengthening environmental balance and improving quality of life by creating green spaces that contribute to improving the local climate and providing a healthy environment for residents and visitors, while also supporting biodiversity and embedding the concept of sustainability within municipal work.”

For his part, Talib Abdullah, Director of Dibba Al Hisn Municipality, said that these achievements reflect the municipality’s commitment to the directives of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah in adopting sustainable development as a consistent approach across all projects.

He noted that expanding green areas remains a strategic priority aimed at enhancing the city’s attractiveness and elevating quality of life.

Al Yahyai added: “The municipality is moving forward with the implementation of its beautification and agricultural plans according to a long-term vision based on innovation in farming methods and the use of modern technologies in irrigation and plant care.”

He stressed that “every tree and flower in Dibba Al Hisn forms part of an integrated urban project aimed at positioning the city as a model for environmental sustainability and balanced urban planning, in line with the emirate’s aspirations for a greener future and higher quality of life.”

The agricultural work carried out during this period concluded with results that reflect the success of the municipality’s implementation plans in enhancing vegetation cover and beautifying the city, further reinforcing Dibba Al-Hisn’s position as a sustainable city that harmoniously combines urban development and green nature within one integrated framework.

Recently, Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) completed the Ladies Beach Park project in Dibba Al Hisn, covering a total area of 6,350 square metres, as part of its efforts to develop recreational and service facilities dedicated to women and enhance quality of life in the area.

The project includes the construction of a building comprising two wings that house a fitness hall, a creativity hall, a café, administrative offices, a clinic, a prayer room, and guard rooms, in addition to various supporting services, providing an integrated environment for sports, social, and recreational activities.

The department also supplied and installed a shaded playground equipped with safe rubber flooring, along with a rubber jogging track extending along the waterfront.

As part of coastal protection works, the department constructed a 200-metre rock revetment to protect the beach and facilities from wave impact and enhance safety for park visitors.