His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, affirmed that the development of services, facilities and infrastructure throughout the Emirate of Dubai does not stop and is subject to constant review and updating, to provide the best quality of life for citizens, residents and visitors according to the highest standards. Global, so that Dubai will always be the best city in the world to live, work and visit.
His Highness said: “Our projects and initiatives aim not only to develop the place… but to empower people, enhance their chances of success, and confirm the elements of the prosperity of their society… Our goal is for Hatta to be a global model in harmony between man and nature, and a symbol of sustainable innovation that reflects the UAE’s endless ambition.”
His Highness noted the fundamental role of youth in supporting the future of sustainable development, through the ideas they present, the innovative solutions, and the establishment of projects, and the importance of the entrepreneurship sector as a major contributor to any successful economy, as it provides a wide space for young people to engage in the field of private work. His Highness stressed Dubai’s keenness to provide All possible support and encouragement to motivate young people to enter the private sector and establish small businesses that, with determination and perseverance, will turn into great successes.
This came on the occasion of His Highness’s visit to the Hatta region, yesterday, as part of His Highness’s field visits to see the progress achieved in implementing development and development initiatives and projects that are being implemented in the context of the Dubai Plan, the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, and the Dubai Social Agenda 33.
Upon his arrival in Hatta, His Highness was received by the Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, Chairman of the Supreme Committee to Supervise the Development of the Hatta Region, Mattar Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, and a number of senior officials.
During the visit, His Highness, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, was briefed on the progress of work on the projects included in the comprehensive plan to develop the Hatta region, which was launched by His Highness, to improve the quality of life, develop services for the residents and visitors of the region, and enhance social, economic and educational capabilities, as His Highness listened. To an explanation provided by Mattar Al Tayer about the projects completed and being implemented in Hatta, numbering 65 projects, estimated at a cost of approximately three billion and 650 million. AED, where 41 projects have already been completed.
His Highness said in a blog post on the “X” platform: “During our visit today to the Hatta area in Dubai… a stunning nature… a sustainable environment… a family destination… and family, loved ones, and friends.”
His Highness stressed: “We will continue to develop it and develop all neighborhoods and regions of Dubai… and we will continue to serve our citizens… and we will continue to build the best life for people around the world… and we ask God for success and prosperity in serving the country and the people.”
“Our winter in Hatta”
During the visit, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inspected the “Shatana in Hatta” festival area, which is one of the five festivals included within the “Winter Hatta 2024” initiative, launched by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai. Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, earlier this December, and will continue until January 22nd, and is implemented by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Dubai Government Media Office. In partnership with a number of government and private agencies, under the supervision of the Supreme Committee to Supervise the Development of the Hatta Region.
He listened to an explanation from the director of Brand Dubai, Shaima Al Suwaidi, about the components of the initiative, which includes, in addition to the “Shatana in Hatta” festival, four other festivals, which are the “Hatta Cultural Nights Festival” organized by the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and “ The Hatta Honey Festival and the Hatta Agricultural Festival, both organized by Dubai Municipality, and the Hatta DSF X Festival, organized by the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai.
His Highness was briefed on the objectives of the event in support of the objectives of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040 with regard to the Hatta region, as well as its support for the objectives of Dubai’s economic and social agendas, as the initiative focuses on shedding more light on the region with its natural environment and cultural heritage that reflects the nature of life in the early stages. From the history of the country, to enhance its competitiveness as one of the most important tourist attractions in the UAE, and to provide more opportunities for the private sector and entrepreneurs by involving member projects in the “With Pride” initiative. From Dubai”, affiliated with Brand Dubai, as well as supporting local projects for the people of the region, including productive families, as well as providing a diverse program full of cultural, entertainment and sporting activities for the people of Hatta and its visitors.
The explanation covered the various activities within the framework of the “Shatana in Hatta” festival.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum praised the efforts of “Brand Dubai” and the ideas and initiatives it presents, including the “Shatta Hatta” initiative and the five festivals included within its framework. His Highness praised every idea or initiative that would promote development and support major economic activities. At the forefront of which is tourism and trade, and this calls for concerted efforts and work in the spirit of one team and within a unified vision that ensures the achievement of the desired goals.
Sustainable Hatta Falls
In addition, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the sustainable Hatta Falls project, which was implemented by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority in line with the vision and directives of His Highness, and as part of the authority’s social responsibility, to be a distinctive tourist destination.
His Highness listened to explanations from Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer about the project, which comes within the framework of the comprehensive development plan for the Hatta region, which was launched by His Highness to develop the region and enhance the performance of its various economic and social sectors, as the slope of the dam was used to create the mosaic mural bearing the image of the late two, with permission. God Almighty, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, may God bless their souls, and it is considered the largest in the world, as it consists of more than 1.2 million pieces of natural marble.
The project consists of a waterfall descending from the innovative artistic mural of the Hatta Dam, which was transformed into a mosaic mural. It was implemented in cooperation with Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Dubai Government Media Office, and was classified according to Guinness World Records as the largest mosaic panel in the world with a total area of 2,199 square meters. square metres, while the waterfall descends to form a water channel on its banks, with many retail stores, restaurants and cafes spread out on its banks.
In implementation of the generosity of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to the citizens of Hatta, to create additional job opportunities and meet the needs of social, economic and environmental development, all retail stores in the project will be distributed to the citizens of the Hatta region for free according to specific controls.
In addition, His Highness was briefed on the authority’s projects and initiatives in the Hatta region, which includes the stored hydroelectric power station in the Hatta region (with a capacity of 250 megawatts) with investments amounting to 1.5 billion dirhams. It is considered the first of its kind in the Arabian Gulf region, and its storage capacity reaches 1,500. One megawatt hour, with a lifespan of up to 80 years. The station relies on making use of the water stored in the Hatta Dam and in another dam to produce electricity. Aloft was constructed in the mountainous region, a water tank project in the Hatta region with a capacity of 30 million gallons, a project for micro-filtration water stations with a micro-distillation system and are ready for operation, strategic water connection projects with other emirates, and the “Shams Dubai” initiative for the Hatta region, which aims to encourage building owners. Homes have to install photovoltaic panels to produce electricity from solar energy and connect them to the authority’s network.
Youth projects
During the tour, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was keen to visit one of the successful projects launched by two young men from the Hatta region, the two brother engineers, Khalifa and Ahmed Al Badawi, where His Highness was briefed on their distinguished project that they launched in 2018, turning it into one of the most prominent projects. Supporting tourism activity in Hatta.
His Highness listened to an explanation from Khalifa and Ahmed Al-Badwawi about the details of the “Go Gravity” project, and His Highness saw a model of the four-wheeled electric bicycles that they designed and manufactured for use in mountainous areas and rugged surfaces in honor of the slogan “Made in the Emirates,” drawing the idea of the project from the nature of the region surrounded by mountains.
His Highness congratulated the two young engineers on their success in a project that serves as a model and role model for their young peers, and an incentive for them to present more innovative ideas and adopt a challenging approach in launching small projects and persevere in growing and developing them, reaching the highest levels of success. His Highness wished them and all the youth of the region. Wishing you more success and excellence.
Khalifa and Ahmed Al-Badawi expressed their great happiness with the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and expressed deep thanks and gratitude for the support and encouragement they received from the wise leadership in light of its constant keenness to empower youth, and make room for them to participate in advancing the comprehensive development process of the Emirate of Dubai and the country. The UAE in general, and the support that the youth of the Hatta region in particular receive and the motivation to take advantage of the many opportunities that Hatta offers.
Partnership with the private sector
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed three projects being implemented in the Hatta region, in partnership with the private sector, and they include the Hatta Beach project, which aims to transform the region into a year-round tourist destination. The project area is estimated at about 53 thousand square meters, and the beach area is more than From 10 thousand square meters.
An artificial lake will be constructed with a “Crystal Lagoon” beach, providing service facilities, rest areas, pedestrian walkways, bicycle paths, restaurants, food trucks, and an outdoor cinema.
The lake allows for a number of activities, such as swimming and water sports, a hotel and resort construction project, and the Hatta Downtown development project.
The projects included developing the heritage village, Hatta Falaj, Wadi Lim Lake, and Suhaila Lake, paving internal roads in residential areas, implementing traffic solutions in tourist and vital sites and parks, group and shared transportation solutions and mobility centers, implementing bicycle and mountain bike paths, recreational paths for pedestrians, and development and maintenance. Residential areas and schools, providing investment opportunities and support for the people of Hatta, in addition to the model farm, agricultural and beautification works, and a design study for Hatta Beach, and the tram. Al Jabali in the Hatta Dam area, developing education, the farmers’ support program, cosmetic agriculture, implementing family squares, and improving the efficiency of public facilities and services.
Notables and citizens of Hatta
His Highness, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, was keen to meet with a number of notables and citizens of the Hatta region, where His Highness reassured them of their conditions, and chatted with them about the development efforts that Hatta is witnessing, whose goal is to comfort the citizen and create the elements of stability and prosperity for him and his family.
His Highness was also keen to listen to their ideas and suggestions towards further developing Hatta’s potential, to benefit from its diverse natural and heritage components.
The attendees expressed their deep gratitude and appreciation for the great interest that His Highness pays to Hatta and its people, which is evident through the many development projects that have been and are being implemented in the region within many axes, in a way that lives up to the level of the hoped-for aspirations of the Hatta region, and strengthening its position as a cultural, tourism and entertainment center. High class, expressing their sincere wishes to His Highness for good health and wellness, and for the UAE to further progress and prosperity.
Projects under implementation
The projects under implementation in the Hatta region include a model school in accordance with the latest designs and international standards, to provide distinguished educational services to the residents of the region, including classrooms, laboratories, halls, sports fields, open squares, a theatre, a kindergarten building, and a clinic.
The school’s capacity ranges between 700 and 1,000 students, and the Hatta Council project, which can accommodate 100 people, will be a meeting place for the residents of the region, with the aim of enhancing social communication among the people of the region.
The council includes a multi-use main hall, service facilities, administrative offices, and others, in addition to the construction of a wedding hall that can accommodate 1,000 people, a project to design and implement the Hatta Dam amphitheater, the Hatta Service Center, a project to implement 200 homes for citizens, and design a model residential neighborhood for citizens, as well as expanding the implementation Bicycle and mountain bike trails, and the implementation of a hydroelectric station that operates using stored water energy technology in the dam, which is the first of its kind in the Arabian Gulf region. Its production capacity is expected to reach 250 megawatts with a storage capacity of 1,500 megawatt hours. Among the projects currently being implemented are the Hatta Hospital development project, the Hatta Sports Club, and the maintenance of dams in the region.
The generosity of the people of Hatta
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s tour in Hatta included a visit to the Citizen’s Council, Ahmed Humaid Al-Badwawi, who was keen for his council to be an embodiment of the tolerance, generosity and warm welcome of the people of the Emirates, as Al-Badwawi opens his council to welcome everyone, including citizens, residents and visitors. Especially foreigners who want to learn about the culture of the Emirates, its social heritage, and its ancient customs and traditions. He praised His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid follows the good example provided by the citizen Ahmed Al-Badwawi in introducing the ancient Emirati culture, and through it he translates, in a practical way, the characteristics of tolerance and generosity that distinguish the people of the Emirates, which are among the most important characteristics of the people of the Hatta region.
During the tour, His Highness also visited the “Bedwawi Honey” project, where he listened to an explanation from the citizen, Mohammed bin Ham Al-Bedwawi, about the project’s activity and the types of honey it produces, as beekeeping and honey production are among the main economic activities in the Hatta region, due to its enjoyment. It has an exemplary nature for beekeeping and the production of high-quality types of honey. His Highness wished him success in developing his project, and for all citizens working in this field, in a way that contributes to bringing Emirati food products – the most important of which is honey – to the market. Global.
Mohammed bin Rashid:
. The development of services, facilities and infrastructure in Dubai does not stop, to provide the best quality of life for citizens, residents and visitors, in accordance with the highest international standards.
. Our projects and initiatives aim not only to develop the place, but also to empower people, enhance their chances of success, and confirm the foundations of the prosperity of their society.
. The role of youth is essential in supporting the future of sustainable development… by providing ideas, creating solutions, and establishing projects.
Development projects in Hatta
• The implementation of 41 projects has been completed, work is ongoing on 24 projects, and three projects are being implemented in partnership with the private sector.
• Implementing 200 homes for citizens, and designing a new model residential neighborhood.