Muscat – Dakhliyah Governor’s Office signed several agreements on Tuesday for development and service projects of total investment exceeding RO7.7mn. The agreements include key infrastructure initiatives, tourism development and the use of artificial intelligence for project monitoring.

Sheikh Hilal bin Saeed al Hajri, Governor of Dakhliyah, said the projects reflect the governorate’s vision to “improve the quality of life, strengthen the local economy and fulfill citizens’ needs”.

The agreements cover major road projects, including 13km of internal roads in Samail, the Al Najid-Wadi Andam road paving project, and additional roadworks in Izki (20.5km), Adam (16.6km) and Bahla (11km).

Tourism development projects include upgrades to Jabreen Castle’s entrance in Bahla, which will increase parking space and restore the entrance to match the fort’s architectural style. Improvements will also be made to the road leading to the Salut Archaeological Visitor Centre, enhancing access while preserving its historical character.

In partnership with Petroleum Development Oman, a 1km long health track of 5m width will be developed in Izki featuring dedicated walking and cycling paths.

A memorandum of understanding was also signed to use artificial intelligence and drone technology to monitor project completion rates and ensure adherence to timelines. This initiative aims to improve efficiency and accuracy in project tracking.

The agreements align with Dakhliyah’s broader strategy to enhance infrastructure, promote tourism and integrate advanced technologies into development planning.