Muscat – Muscat Municipality unveiled details of its latest project – Al Khuwair Square – in Ministries District on Tuesday. It features Oman’s tallest flagpole – a towering 126m.

To be financed by Jindal Shadeed, the ambitious project was announced in the presence of Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, 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.

The project spans an area of 18,000sqm and includes numerous recreational amenities. Alongside the flagpole, the square will feature lush green areas, palm trees, walking and cycling tracks, an outdoor arts and crafts exhibition, a skate park and designated areas for sports activities. The project will include public amenities such as restrooms and a parking lot with 107 spaces. 

The space will be a sanctuary for leisure and outdoor sports enthusiasts, making it a stunning addition to the heart of the city.

The flagpole at Al Khuwair Square will be  Oman’s tallest man-made structure, surpassing the height of a 40-storey building, constructed with 135 tonnes of steel. The Omani flag adorning the pole will measure 18m in width and 31.5m in length. It will also be equipped with a warning light for aircraft.

Governor Sayyid Saud anticipated that the flag will be hoisted on the new flagpole during the 54th National Day celebrations this November.

Announcing the project, Humaidi said, “What sets this apart is its exemplary model of cooperation and partnership between the public and private sectors, aligned towards serving the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. The Al Khuwair Square project exemplifies the fruitful collaboration between Muscat governorate, represented by Muscat Municipality, and Jindal Shadeed Iron and Steel, a leading iron and steel producer in the region and globally. It serves as a pioneering model for synergising efforts in initiatives with multifaceted impacts.”

On the occasion, Shetty added, “We take pride in partnering with Muscat governorate to realise this ground-breaking project and erect Oman’s tallest flagpole, inspiring future generations to perpetually strive for progress and success. An Omani company established 15 years ago, Jindal Shadeed has emerged as one of the region’s largest iron and steel producers, spearheading green industrialisation initiatives in Oman and beyond. With this remarkable journey, we present this architectural marvel as a gift to the people and government of Oman, who have tirelessly supported our collective success.”