Muscat Municipality has revealed the exciting details of its latest venture, Al Khuwair Square, located in the Ministries District. This remarkable project showcases the Sultanate of Oman's tallest flagpole, an impressive structure standing at a towering height of 126 meters.
The unveiling ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of His Excellency Sayyid Saud bin Hilal Al Busaidi, the Governor of Muscat, along with His Excellency Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, and Harssha Shetty, CEO of Jindal Shadeed Iron and Steel, a subsidiary of Jindal Group in Oman, which provided the financial support for this monumental undertaking.
Spanning across an expansive area of 18,000 square meters, this project offers a plethora of recreational amenities. In addition to the magnificent flagpole, Al Khuwair Square boasts lush green spaces, palm trees, walking and cycling paths, an outdoor arts and crafts exhibition, a skate park, and designated areas for various sports activities. Furthermore, the project includes public facilities such as restrooms and a parking lot with 107 spaces. As a result, this space will serve as a haven for leisure and outdoor sports enthusiasts, making it a stunning addition to the heart of Muscat, the capital city.
The flagpole at Al Khuwair Square will proudly stand as Oman's tallest man-made structure, surpassing the height of a 40-story building. Constructed from an impressive 135 tons of steel, the Omani flag that adorns the pole will measure an impressive 18 meters in length and 31.5 meters in width. Additionally, the flagpole is equipped with a warning light system to ensure the safety of aircraft.
His Excellency Sayyid Saud bin Hilal Al Busaidi expressed his appreciation for the collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors in bringing this initiative to life. He also mentioned that the plan is to hoist the Omani flag atop the new flagpole during the country's fifty-fourth National Day celebrations of the Glorious Renaissance this November.
In his statement, His Excellency Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Humaidi emphasized the exceptional nature of this project, highlighting its exemplary model of collaboration and partnership between the public and private sectors. This collaboration is aligned with the objectives of Oman's Vision 2040. The Al Khuwair Square project serves as a prime example of the successful collaboration between the Muscat Governorate, represented by Muscat Municipality, and Jindal Shadeed Iron and Steel, a prominent iron and steel producer in the region and globally. This project sets a pioneering model for combining efforts in initiatives that have multifaceted impacts.
Harssha Shetty expressed his pride in partnering with the Muscat Governorate to bring this groundbreaking project to life, which includes the construction of Oman's tallest flagpole. He believes that this project will inspire future generations to continuously strive for progress and success. Jindal Shadeed, an Omani company established 15 years ago, has become one of the largest iron and steel producers in the region. They have been at the forefront of green industrialization initiatives in Oman and beyond. Through this remarkable journey, they present this architectural marvel as a gift to the people and government of Oman, who have consistently supported their collective success. On behalf of Venkatesh Jindal, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Jindal Group in Oman, Harssha Shetty congratulates Oman on this pioneering stride towards progress and prosperity.
Construction on the Al Khuwair Square project began after completing all necessary engineering studies and obtaining the required permits. The project is scheduled to be officially inaugurated during the fifty-fourth National Day celebrations.
