Project
Inaugurated to Supply Reclaimed Water to Farms in Barka

Muscat,
13 Nov (ONA) — Nama Water Services today celebrated the inauguration of the
project to supply reclaimed water to agricultural areas in the Al Shakhakhit
area of Wilayat Barka. The project cost exceeded RO 2 million and involved
laying more than 40 kilometers of pipelines to connect reclaimed water to 40
farms in the first phase.

The
inauguration ceremony was held in the Wilayat of A’Seeb, under the auspices of Dr.
Saud bin Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water
Resources.

As
of the project’s inauguration, over 100 connection requests have been received.
The project offers solutions to a number of challenges faced by agricultural
landowners, such as water scarcity and salinity. Furthermore, it represents the
nucleus for a future expansion aimed at covering the entire area between Sultan
Qaboos Street (heading to North Al Batinah Governorate) and the Batinah
Expressway.

The
implementation of the project is part of the company’s continuous efforts to
support the goals of Oman Vision 2040 in the fields of environmental
sustainability and enhancing water and food security. The project contributes
to revitalizing the agricultural economy, enhancing community sustainability,
creating new job opportunities, and boosting the productivity of the agricultural
sector. It also serves as an effective model for partnership between the public
and private sectors in managing natural resources.

During
the ceremony, Nama Water Services also launched the new identity for reclaimed
water, “Manhal Nama” (or Nama Resource), which embodies its ambitious
vision toward achieving sustainable water development that supports life and
preserves natural resources. The new identity reflects the philosophy of
reclaimed water as a renewable source of life, combining modern technical
solutions for water reuse with environmental efficiency standards, leading to a
more prosperous and sustainable environment.

—Ends/AG