The Nasiriyah Corniche Development Project: Enhancing Urban Life in Dhi Qar Governorate

The Nasiriyah Corniche Development Project in Dhi Qar Governorate is a significant initiative aimed at improving the city’s infrastructure and urban environment. With a 77% completion rate in its second phase, the project has made considerable progress in transforming the Corniche into a vibrant, functional space.

Focusing on infrastructure upgrades, the project includes improvements to pavements and essential reinforcement and construction works. Key activities have included laying porcelain flooring in the celebration square, installing wooden formwork, reinforcing iron quarry foundations, and cleaning the riverbanks of silt and vegetation. These efforts are designed to create a more durable and aesthetically pleasing urban landscape.

The project is overseen by the Dhi Qar Reconstruction Fund and involves collaboration between the Iraq General Company for Irrigation Projects and the Dhi Qar Irrigation and Drainage Projects Maintenance Directorate. This local partnership ensures that the project meets regional needs and standards.

The project’s goals are to protect the river from erosion and encroachments, enhance the urban environment, provide recreational areas for families, and increase green spaces. These improvements are set to significantly boost the quality of life in Nasiriyah, making the city more attractive and functional.

In summary, the Nasiriyah Corniche Development Project is a major step forward in urban development for Dhi Qar Governorate. By enhancing infrastructure and expanding green spaces, the project promises to create a lasting positive impact on the city’s landscape and its residents’ quality of life.

Source: Ministry of Water Resources