SEWA launches 10 lighting projects in Kalba

June 08, 2025 / 1:31 PM

Sharjah 24: Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is implementing more than 10 lighting projects in various parts of Kalba, with a total investment exceeding AED 17 million. These projects aim to enhance the efficiency of the lighting network throughout the city, positively contributing to the urban appearance and road user safety. They form part of a comprehensive development plan to improve infrastructure and raise public safety standards.

Key projects underway

Engineer Youssef Al Hammadi, Director of SEWA’s Kalba Department, confirmed that the authority is executing development and lighting works according to a defined timeline, following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.

Among the significant projects in progress is the lighting of main roads in the new industrial zone, where SEWA is installing 100 lighting poles and 200 fixtures, in addition to laying 11,000 metres of electrical cables. The project began in January 2025 and is expected to be completed by July, with an estimated cost of AED 2 million.

Work is also ongoing on the second phase of Al Hefaiyah Lake lighting project, aimed at fully covering the tourist area with modern lighting units. This phase is valued at AED 1.5 million.

In the second phase of the Jabal Deem lighting project, SEWA is implementing specialised technical solutions due to the area's unique geography, with a budget reaching AED 13 million.

Additional work is being carried out in the Ghail area, including the installation of 400 lighting units and 250 poles, alongside 15,000 metres of electrical cables.

Upgrades are also taking place on Kalba–Sharjah Road, Lake Street, and within the University District, where 1,400 traditional lights are being replaced with energy-efficient LED fixtures.

The authority’s lighting efforts in Kalba also include the implementation of an annual maintenance programme for the city's lighting network, as well as a dedicated project to improve lighting in the residential area of Al Qadisiya.

Completed projects

Several lighting projects have been completed in recent months. One of the most notable is the lighting of Khatmit Al Malaha Road, finished in April 2025, which included the installation of 100 lights, 50 poles, and 7,000 metres of cabling. Another completed project is the lighting of Saad bin Abi Waqqas Street, which saw the installation of 100 lights, 60 poles, and 10,000 metres of electric cable.

These initiatives reflect SEWA’s continued commitment to sustainable infrastructure development and enhanced public safety across Kalba.