Has anyone felt like there are more cars on the road than actual people in this city lately? I mean, with all the glitz and glamour why wouldn’t more habibis want to come to Dubai? But seriously, it can take up to 1.5 hours to get home sometimes during peak traffic time, and that’s ridiculous. However, Dubai would never leave us in despair like this – that’s exactly why there are 4 major road projects happening right now that will shape up this city very soon. These road projects include the infamous Hessa Street and Al Khail Road. So keep reading to find out more about these time-saving changes.
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Al Shindagha Corridor – AED 800 Million Road Project
Currently in its fourth phase, this giant undertaking boasts an AED 800 million investment. Extending 4.8km along Sheikh Rashid Road, it involves constructing three bridges and a new connector bridge, poised to accommodate a staggering 19,400 vehicles per hour. With its strategic location and capacity to serve thousands, the corridor promises to be a game-changer in Dubai’s traffic scene.
Al Khail Road – AED 700 Million Road Project
Dubai’s latest road venture, the Al Khail Road project – with a whopping AED 700 million investment, this initiative focuses on building bridges and widening roads across a 6,820-meter stretch encompassing key areas like Zabeel, Meydan, and Jumeirah Village Circle. By facilitating smoother travel towards both Abu Dhabi and Deira, this project promises to alleviate our traffic woes significantly.
Hessa Street – AED 689 Million Road Project
Ah, Hessa Street – a familiar name in the daily commute of many Dubai residents. But relief is on the horizon with the AED 689 million Hessa Street project. This ambitious endeavour aims to enhance four major intersections and expand the street to four lanes in each direction over a 4.5km stretch. This much-needed project seeks to cater to the needs of over 640,000 residents by 2030. We still have a long way to go, so for now, we must face the music of traffic tunes every day going home from work.
Umm Suqeim Road – AED 332 Million Road Project
Enter the AED 332 million Umm Suqeim Street Project, a ray of hope for commuters. Set to extend the road’s intersection with Al Khail Road all the way to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. This initiative includes the construction of two bridges and three pedestrian bridges. Anticipated to slash travel times by up to a third between key intersections, this project holds the promise of smoother journeys for countless Dubai residents.
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