Eng. Sherif El Sherbini, the Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, recently monitored the progress of infrastructure and road projects in the Green Belt area, which spans approximately 10,200 acres in 6th October City, Invest-Gate reports.
The Green Belt is considered one of the most vital developmental projects in 6th October City, aimed at transforming the region into a full-fledged urban community. This transformation will involve the development of integrated residential, commercial, and administrative activities, alongside enhanced infrastructure within the area.
In this context, Eng. Mohamed Mustafa, the head of the 6th of October City Authority, inspected the ongoing roadworks and utilities in the Green Belt, ensuring that operations are proceeding according to the established timeline and adhering to the highest quality and safety standards. During his visit, he followed the current work regarding essential services such as roads, water supply, sewage, and irrigation.
The Green Belt area is divided into three segments: the first encompasses basins 1 to 16, covering roughly 4,500 acres; the second spans from basins 17 to 24; and the third from basins 25 to 49. In the first area, the total length of utility networks is about 236 kilometers, including 76 km of water supply lines, 78 km of irrigation, and 82 km of sewage systems alongside stormwater drainage. Additionally, five wastewater pumping stations and a network of main and secondary roads totaling around 85 km are included.
The second area covers about 2,200 acres, with key infrastructure works involving approximately 138 kilometers of utility networks. The third segment, measuring about 3,500 acres, features land earmarked for mixed-use development, including residential, commercial, administrative, and educational facilities.
Eng. Mustafa emphasized the importance of completing these projects on time and meeting stringent quality standards, urging the workforce and executing companies to maintain their efforts in line with the sustainable development vision for the region.