Saudi Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majed Al-Hogail inaugurated a series of municipal, housing, and development projects in the Al-Baha region and laid the foundation stone for additional projects, with total investments exceeding SR1.67 billion ($445 million).
During the visit, the minister also handed over housing units to beneficiaries of the Kingdom’s developmental housing program, supporting Saudi Arabia’s efforts to increase homeownership and improve quality of life.
Major Infrastructure Projects
Completed municipal projects valued at SR464 million were officially launched, while new projects worth SR873.5 million entered the construction phase.
The developments include roads, sidewalks, street lighting, flood mitigation systems, public parks, and recreational facilities designed to strengthen infrastructure and improve services for both residents and visitors.
Expanding Housing Opportunities
In the housing sector, Al-Hogail inaugurated projects worth SR185.7 million, including the Telal Al-Baha development, as well as housing initiatives in Baljurashi and Qilwa governorates.
He also laid the foundation stone for new residential projects valued at SR150 million under the Kingdom’s off-plan sales program to increase housing supply and support homeownership.
Supporting Vision 2030
The new investments reflect Saudi Arabia’s ongoing commitment to developing modern infrastructure, expanding housing opportunities, and improving municipal services across the Kingdom.
The projects form part of broader efforts to achieve the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 by enhancing sustainable urban development and raising the quality of life in communities throughout the country.
