A strong boost to the infrastructure in Medina
In a move reflecting the great attention the wise leadership pays to developing infrastructure in all regions of the Kingdom, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Madinah Region, inaugurated 10 vital road projects in the region, at a total cost of 188 million riyals and with a length exceeding 498 kilometers. The inauguration took place in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the region, His Excellency the Minister of Transport and Logistics, Engineer Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, and a number of officials.
Strategic projects within the Kingdom's Vision 2030
These projects are an integral part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to transform Saudi Arabia into a global logistics hub and enhance the quality of life for citizens and residents. Prince Salman bin Sultan emphasized that these projects embody the generous support and keen interest of the leadership in the development of all regions of the Kingdom. Road networks play a pivotal role in achieving the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy by connecting cities and provinces and facilitating the movement of people and goods, thus supporting economic and social growth.
Serving the guests of God and enhancing the status of Medina
Madinah holds immense religious significance, receiving millions of visitors, pilgrims, and Umrah performers annually. These projects are of particular importance as they will directly contribute to serving those visiting the Prophet's Mosque by providing a modern and safe road network that facilitates their access and movement. Developing the region's road infrastructure not only benefits its residents but also enhances the experience of pilgrims, improves traffic safety, and reduces travel times on the main routes connecting Madinah to Makkah and the rest of the Kingdom.
Details of the vital projects launched
The new package of projects included a number of key roads that will bring about a qualitative shift in traffic flow, most notably:
- Completion of the intersection of Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Road with King Khalid Road (Third Ring Road) at a cost of 54 million riyals.
- Improving traffic safety on the Madinah-Tabuk dual carriageway, which is 126 km long and costs 33 million riyals.
- Improving the Madinah-Al Mahd direct road, with a length of 79 km and a cost of 35 million riyals.
- Expansion and repair of damaged sites on the Madinah-Makkah Expressway, with a length of 115 km and a cost of 20 million riyals.
- The development of the Madinah-Qassim Expressway, with a length of 69 km and a cost of 16 million riyals.
In addition to other projects aimed at connecting villages and centers and improving existing roads, this underscores the comprehensiveness of the development plans to reach all parts of the region.
Expected economic and social impact
For his part, the Minister of Transport and Logistics explained that these projects were implemented according to the highest safety and quality standards adopted in the Saudi Road Code. He pointed out that the road network in the Madinah region exceeds 7,600 km in length, a testament to the scale of investment in this vital sector. These projects are expected to have a significant positive impact on both the economic and social levels, as they will enhance connectivity between cities and governorates, support economic and service activities, and contribute to raising the quality of life by providing safe and comfortable roads.
