The Prime Minister continues his inspection tours of the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” in the governorates

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Dr. Mostafa Madbouly , Prime Minister,satrted This morning, an inspection tour of Beheira Governorate; To follow up on the progress of work on the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” to develop and develop the Egyptian countryside in the governorate, Accompanied by Major General Mahmoud Shaarawy, Minister of Local Development, and Major General Hisham Amna, Al-Beheira Governor, Major General Ashraf Hosni, Assistant Head of the Engineering Authority of the Armed Forces, and a number of engineering officials, and executive leaders in the province.

At the beginning of his visit to the province, The Prime Minister stressed that this tour comes as a continuation of the inspection tours of the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” to develop and develop the Egyptian countryside in various governorates; To find out the implementation rates on the ground, In an effort to advance the work of these projects and provide a decent life for our people, Despite all the repercussions that the Egyptian state is facing as a result of the current global crisis.

Dr. Mostafa Madbouly indicated that there are directives from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic, Relying on local ingredients, As much as possible, in implementing the initiative’s projects; As global supply chains are affected, As well as enhancing the opportunities for localization of the industry, relying on local technology, In partnership and cooperation with investors and the private sector, Especially with regard to the components of infrastructure projects.

Major General Ashraf Hosni , Assistant Head of the Engineering Authority of the Armed Forces,said The projects to raise the efficiency of the targeted villages in the governorate through the axes that aim to advance all components of the infrastructure such as water, electricity, sewage, roads and others, In addition to the service axis, which includes health, education and social programs, and the specified implementation timeframe.

Major General Ashraf Hosni also indicated that the number of centers covered by the initiative in the governorate is 6 centers with a total of 42 rural local units comprising 3,967 villages and dependents. These projects cover 50% of the governorate’s area. Where it provides its services to about 50% of the citizens of the province, The total population of the targeted centers is 3.5 million citizens.

The governor of Al-Beheira gave a presentation on the most important national projects, The implementation of which has started in the governorate since 2018 until now, which numbered 4,325 projects, At a total cost of 80.5 billion pounds, He pointed out that 3,634 projects were completed at a total cost of EGP 49.5 billion. Execution rate of 61%. Work is underway on 691 projects at a total cost of EGP 31 billion. 39% implementation rate in different sectors, In addition to the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” whose implementation costs 44 billion pounds.

Major General Hisham Amna gave a presentation on the most prominent national projects in the governorate in general, As well as the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” for the development and development of the Egyptian countryside in particular, Pointing out in this regard that with regard to the drinking water and sanitation sector projects in the governorate, there are 157 projects in this sector with a total cost of 13.1 billion pounds, Of these, 77 projects have been implemented. Work is underway to implement 80 projects. Reviewing, in this regard, examples of work in the Mahmoudiya water station, and expansions of the Idku sewage station, In addition to the sewage station Al-Nujaila in Kom Hamada, and Al Majd water station in Al Rahmaniyah. In addition to the two stations of Ras Kawch and Akkad 4 in Kafr El-Dawwar, The project of collecting and transporting sewage water to the villages of Hamad Manisi and Rawdat Al Maghazi. And sanitation in the ferry.

Major General Hisham Amna also referred to the 57 road and bridge projects in the governorate. The construction of 25 roads and the construction of 4 bridges have been completed. Work is underway to implement 11 roads and 16 bridges. In addition to the link hub, express train, Mahmudiyah axis, Presenting to the Prime Minister in this regard, through the video clips, the project of constructing an infantry bridge for the martyr Colonel Rami Hassanein in Itay al-Baroud, And the implementation of the upper Damanhour Bridge, In addition to the opening of a pedestrian bridge above the agricultural road in the village of Zahra in Kafr El-Dawwar, As well as raising the efficiency of the Cairo-Alexandria agricultural road, Cancellation of the intersection with the entrance to Kom Asho and King Othman in Kafr El-Dawwar. And the construction of a bridge for Al-Qazzaz factory in Kafr Al-Dawwar. Al-Huwaihi Bridge, And the Upper Umm Dinar Bridge, As well as the project to raise the efficiency of Damanhour-Mahmoudia road, In addition to raising the efficiency of the Edku – Damanhour road from the entrance to the city of Edku to the Ashour Bridge, with a length of 27 km. Expanding and raising the efficiency of the agricultural road in front of the Denchal area. Raising the efficiency of Damanhour-Mahmoudia Road and the Desert Road, The governor also reviewed the development work of the Abu Homs roundabout on the agricultural road.

With regard to irrigation sector projects, The governor of Al-Beheira indicated that it includes 338 projects, Of these, 150 are irrigation projects. In addition to lining 188 canals within the first phase of the national project for lining and rehabilitating canals, Pointing out that the most important projects in the irrigation sector are concentrated in the drainage stations of Al-Khairi, Al-Dashudi, Sharisha, and Tarouji. And Tabiat Al-Abed Berrechid station, which was inaugurated. The governor also referred to Al-Afir station at Al-Jami Island Canal, which is powered by solar energy. At the same time, he reviewed a number of models of canals that had been rehabilitated, including the Habib Canal in the Kafr El-Dawwar Center, compared to its pre-development status.

As for the electricity sector, Major General Hisham Amna noted that there are 441 projects with a total cost of 11.1 billion pounds. The implementation of 285 projects at an estimated cost of EGP 10.7 billion has been completed. A completion rate of 65%.

In the educational buildings sector, The Governor of Al-Beheira spoke about the projects of this sector, including the implementation of 336 schools, at a cost of 2.2 billion pounds. 254 schools were received, with an achievement rate of 73%. While for the higher education sector, The governor indicated that there are 9 projects being implemented within the governorate in this sector, with a total cost estimated at EGP 1.65 billion. 5 projects received, While the projects of the culture sector include 5 projects, and 4 projects have been completed. Among these projects is the development of the Palace of Culture in Wadi El Natroun and Damanhour. And the cultural center of com. Baldlingat.

As for the housing sector projects in Beheira Governorate, Major General Hisham Amna clarified that the housing units that are being implemented in this sector amount to 7,992 units in four phases, at an estimated cost of about one billion pounds. Showing a number of models of units erected in Kafr al-Dawwar, Wadi Al-Natrun And west of the Sumed line.

With regard to the health sector, The Governor referred to the projects included in this sector, Including the National Medical Institute in Damanhour, and Kom Hamada Central Hospital, Damanhour Military Hospital, He explained that the total number of projects is 79, at a cost of EGP 3.3 billion. In this regard, Major General Hisham Amna reviewed a number of models of hospitals and dialysis units within the governorate. In addition to 14 new ambulances.

During his presentation, The governor of Al-Beheira touched on the development of the hygiene system and confronting crises and torrential rains. With 231 new equipment to help bring about the desired development, Pointing out that the environment sector has become enjoying great capabilities after it has 890 equipment, and 3 recycling plants. next to a cemetery, and 3 public dumps, In addition to two intermediate collection stations, The Civil Protection was also supported with 9 cars and equipped with 66 water suction machines.

Major General Hisham Amna devoted part of his explanation to talking about the project to develop the ancient city of Rashid, which is witnessing the implementation of 18 projects. Of these, 11 projects have been completed. The projects include the new Rashid parking complex, typical vegetable market, And the new fish market, Work is also currently underway to complete the construction of the Rasheed Traffic Building at a rate of 95%. The civil registry has also been developed, And raising the efficiency of the Corniche walkway, In addition to developing the fishing port with an implementation rate of 97%.

And during his presentation to the Prime Minister about the projects being implemented within the Beheira Governorate, Major General Hisham Amna pointed out the construction work currently being carried out in the new city of Rashid and the residential buildings of a distinguished nature, And the “Bashayer Al Khair” project, on an area of ​​43.4 acres, He also spoke about the development of the path of the Holy Family in Wadi al-Natrun, including paving roads and lighting the monastery of Anba Bishoy, And lighting works on Deir El-Baramous Road.

at the same time, The governor referred to the 335 industrial zones projects in the governorate, in the industrial area of ​​Wadi El-Natrun, and 85 projects in the industrial zone in Hosh Issa. Showing models of a number of industrial units and complexes, The governor also talked about the craftsmen’s housing complex, And the commercial and logistics zone in Damanhour.

After the show ended, Major General Hisham Amna, Al-Beheira Governor, By gifting a copy of the Holy Qur’an, province shield, To Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, Expressing its appreciation for this visit, Stressing that it contributes to advancing work on the various projects being implemented in the governorate, Especially the “Hayat Karima” projects.

On the executive position of the projects of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” for the development and development of the Egyptian countryside, Brigadier General Ahmed Zaki presented, Head of the Engineering Division in the Northern Military Region of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority, The supervisor of the “Hayat Karima” projects in the governorate gave a detailed explanation. Where, Brigadier General Ahmed Zaki indicated that the total number of projects implemented within the framework of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima” in the Beheira Governorate amounts to 1,498 projects distributed among 6 centers, An execution rate of 75.5%.

During his presentation, The head of the engineering division in the northern military region explained the number of projects in each sector. The drinking water sector includes 101 projects. While the number of sewage projects reached 696, and the health sector 218 projects, The number of projects in the youth and sports sector is 168 projects. In the social solidarity sector, there are 23 projects. The local development sector projects 42 projects, As for the irrigation sector, it includes 53 projects. The agricultural sector is witnessing the implementation of 42 projects. The electricity sector has also implemented 72 projects. In addition to the road sector, which is witnessing the implementation of 83 projects in the targeted centers.

With regard to the executive position of the Buhaira Governorate projects, General Ahmed Zaki explained that the number of projects that have begun to be implemented is 1,428 out of the total targeted projects. In addition, 502 projects were completed. The start-up rate of projects was 93.2%. While the implementation rate was 75.5%.

In this context, He explained that the number of projects in the field of local development amounted to 42 projects to establish service complexes for citizens, 100% of which were implemented. in Damanhour, Wadi Al-Natrun and Abu al-Matamir, Hosh Eissa, and Kafr Al-Dawwar, and Abu Homs.

With regard to the irrigation sector, General Ahmed Zaki explained that there are 53 projects that have been implemented. It includes the construction of 42 new bridges, In addition to raising the efficiency of 11 bridges, 42 projects have been completed with an average implementation rate of 98.3%.

In the field of youth and sports, General Ahmed Zaki indicated that this sector is witnessing the implementation of 168 projects in the targeted centers, including the establishment of 100 youth centers. and raising the efficiency of 68 centers, As 140 projects were completed, with an average implementation rate of 98.3%.

He also touched on the projects being implemented in the field of agriculture under the “Hayat Karima” initiative in the targeted centers. It includes the implementation of 42 projects, including the establishment of agricultural associations, dairy collection centers, veterinary units, Through a number of proposed models to be implemented, He indicated that 35 projects have been completed, with an average completion rate of 95.4%.

As for drinking water, Which witnesses the implementation of 101 projects through the “Hayat Karima” initiative in the governorate, with a total implementation rate of 84.4%. General Ahmed Zaki explained that the projects aim to implement water lines with a length of 654 km. The implementation rate was 95%. 15 desalination and purification plants, with an average implementation rate of 40%. And the 9-well drilling project, which has been 100% completed. With regard to sewage projects, he explained that 696 projects have been started, 68 of which have been completed, or 51.9%. include the implementation of regression networks, treatment plants and sewage lifts, and ejection lines.

He said the projects of the “Hayat Karima” initiative aim to establish social units, family development centers and rehabilitation centers to serve citizens in the Buhaira Governorate in the targeted villages and centers. He pointed out in this regard that 23 projects are being implemented, including new construction and raising efficiency in the field of social solidarity, with an average implementation rate of 80.9%, and 12 projects have been completed.

He added that the electricity field is witnessing the implementation of 72 projects in the targeted centers. Including laying medium voltage cables, antennas and spotlights, and other projects, The implementation rate was 33.6%. 3 of the targeted projects were delivered.

As for the roads, Brigadier General Ahmed Zaki explained that there are 83 projects that include internal main roads (fixed soil) with a length of 550 km. And internal asphalt roads with a length of 210 km, Noting that 14 projects have been started. The rest of the works will be started after the completion of the infrastructure works. which includes water and sewage works, electrical and gas works, and phones.

And he touched on the executive position of the projects in the villages of “urgent precedence” in the Buhaira governorate, Pointing out that it includes the new dimension and is witnessing the implementation of 9 projects, Zawiya Saqr has 4 projects. The implementation rate was 100%. In this context, he reviewed illustrated models of project implementation work in various fields.

And about the projects that are being implemented within the scope of the Wadi El-Natrun Center, which includes 4 village councils and includes 17 villages and 58 dependents, General Ahmed Zaki explained that the number of projects being implemented in this center is 113 projects in various sectors, 55 of which have been completed, with an average implementation rate of 73.6%.

In the field of local development, He pointed out that the Wadi El-Natrun Center is witnessing the implementation of 3 service complexes for citizens as part of the presidential initiative “Hayat Karima”. The implementation rate was 100%. In addition to 3 projects in the agricultural sector that were also completed, It includes the establishment of 3 agricultural complexes.

While the youth and sports sector in Wadi El-Natrun Center is witnessing the implementation of 7 projects within the initiative, including the establishment of 4 new youth centers, with an implementation rate of 77.75%. Increasing the efficiency of 3 other centers by 100%.

The drinking water sector in Wadi El Natroun has 19 projects as part of the presidential initiative. 13 projects have been completed, with an implementation rate of 81.1%. In addition to 46 projects in the center in the sanitation sector, with an average implementation rate of 79.2%, In addition to the electricity sector, which is witnessing the implementation of 7 projects, with an average implementation rate of 30.1%, The road sector in Wadi El-Natrun also includes the implementation of 4 projects.

The social solidarity sector in the Wadi El-Natrun Center is witnessing the implementation of 3 projects, with an implementation rate of 40%.

The head of the Engineering Division in the Northern Military Region pointed out that the village of Kafr Daoud is witnessing the implementation of 10 projects, with an implementation rate of 72.8%.