Shajah Ruler approves Dh61 million compensation to property owners affected by Khorfakkan Wall project

Shajah Ruler approves Dh61 million compensation to property owners affected by Khorfakkan Wall project

In 2018, Dr Sheikh Sultan ordered the reconstruction of this historical landmark, to serve as an icon for the city

By WAM Published: Mon 23 Jan 2023, 9:25 PM

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Monday approved an amount of Dh61 million to compensate property owners who were affected by the ‘Khorfakkan Wall’ restoration and maintenance works project.

Sheikh Sultan also approved the new names for some suburbs in Khorfakkan, including the Al Owayin suburb.

This was announced on the Direct Line programme on Sharjah Radio and Television, explaining that the compensation would target 35 affected plots of land.

The restoration project

The Sharjah Planning and Survey Department in 2019 has restored key historic landmarks and areas of the city of Khorfakkan and surrounding regions, upon the directives of the Ruler.

Sheikh Sultan prioritised the urban heritage of Sharjah’s cities, and has researched historic documents on key historic landmarks in Khorfakkan. He had also ordered the restoration of the city, which is an icon of originality in the emirate.

The department began its work based on historical information which highlighted the presence of the demolished wall of the Khorfakkan Fort, the Al Adwani Tower and other historic