Hafr Al-Batin Municipality activates a compliant application to monitor sewage overflows
In a move aimed at enhancing the quality of life and improving the urban landscape, the Hafr Al-Batin Governorate Secretariat organized a specialized workshop on Monday aimed at empowering enforcement officers and granting them the necessary powers to monitor violations of sewage leaks and overflows, relying on digital solutions represented by the “Compliant” application.
This step comes to enable inspectors to monitor violations that fall under the jurisdiction of the Saudi Water Authority, reflecting a qualitative shift in municipal and water control mechanisms in the governorate.
Institutional integration to bridge regulatory gaps
The workshop, held at the Secretariat headquarters, saw a large turnout of Secretariat employees and their counterparts from the National Water Company. This meeting is part of the institutional integration strategy adopted by government and service agencies in the Kingdom, aimed at unifying field efforts and bridging any oversight gaps that may arise from overlapping jurisdictions.
This collaboration is a model to be emulated in coordinating between different sectors to ensure a rapid response to reports and to address visual and environmental distortions immediately, instead of the traditional routine procedures that may delay the processing.
Digital transformation and the role of the "compliant" application
Activating the "Mumtali" application for monitoring sewage violations is part of the comprehensive digital transformation underway at the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing. The application aims to automate monitoring procedures and enhance compliance with regulations and bylaws.
Through this technology, the accuracy of monitoring and documentation of violations with pictures and precise geographical locations is ensured, which facilitates taking regulatory measures against violators and speeds up the pace of field treatment, which directly serves the interests of the citizen and the resident.
Environmental and health dimensions and impacts on infrastructure
The importance of this step extends beyond mere regulation; it encompasses crucial environmental and health dimensions. Sewage overflows in residential neighborhoods and streets are a major source of pollution, foul odors, and insects, posing a significant threat to public health.
Furthermore, continued water leaks lead to the erosion of asphalt layers and damage to road infrastructure, incurring significant costs for the state in maintenance and resurfacing. Therefore, immediate monitoring and rapid intervention through the "Mumtaal" system contribute to preserving national assets and extending the lifespan of road networks and public facilities in Hafr Al-Batin.
Through these initiatives, the Secretariat seeks to achieve the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 with regard to the Quality of Life Program, and to create a clean and sustainable urban environment free from visual distortions and environmental hazards.
