By Staff Reporter
Dubai’s ambitious stormwater infrastructure upgrade in Deira has reached a significant milestone, with authorities confirming that 36 percent of the first phase is now complete.
According to Dubai Municipality, the AED 500 million project remains on schedule for full completion by the end of 2027. The development is a central component of efforts to strengthen the emirate’s resilience against heavy rainfall and flooding.
During a recent inspection, Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita reviewed progress across the extensive project, which spans 13 key areas covering approximately 4,700 hectares. These include Al Qusais, Al Twar, Muhaisnah, Al Nahda, Al Garhoud, and zones surrounding Dubai International Airport.
Engineers have already completed 22 kilometres of the planned 60-kilometre drainage network, with pipeline diameters reaching up to 2.5 metres. A major pumping station near Dubai Creek, designed to handle up to 8,000 litres of water per second, has also been installed to boost system capacity and efficiency.
Officials highlighted that advanced construction techniques are being applied to ensure steady progress while minimizing disruption to residents and businesses in the affected areas.
The project falls under the wider Tasreef Programme, a AED 30 billion initiative aimed at transforming Dubai’s drainage systems. The programme is expected to increase network capacity by 700 percent, cut operational costs by 20 percent, and significantly extend infrastructure lifespan.
Authorities say the initiative reflects Dubai’s broader vision of building resilient, future-ready urban systems that support sustainable growth and enhance the city’s global infrastructure standing.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
