Dammam, Saudi Arabia — The Eastern Province Municipality announced that more than 30,000 tons of household waste in Nairyah were removed during the first half of 2024. The campaign is part of a broad effort to clean streets, improve the environment, and enhance visual appeal across the region.
Major Cleaning Campaign Targets Household Waste in Nairyah
Municipal crews collected 30,753 tons of household waste, along with 65,000 cubic meters of debris, sand, and unidentified waste. These efforts focused on neighborhoods, internal roads, and village centers across Nairyah and its surrounding areas. The initiative is tied to the municipality’s visual distortion cleanup strategy, which supports environmental goals under Vision 2030.
Environmental Health Improved Through Sanitation and Pest Control
Crews routinely emptied trash bins, replaced damaged containers, and cleaned sidewalks and restrooms. They also treated stagnant water to stop mosquito breeding. To strengthen environmental health in Nairyah, pest control teams used 228 liters of concentrated pesticide to reduce insect and rodent populations in key areas.
Urban Appearance and Public Engagement Prioritized
The municipality emphasized its ongoing commitment to enhancing urban spaces and improving environmental standards. It removed scattered debris and construction waste from entrances and public areas and encouraged residents to report sanitation concerns. Citizens can contact the 940 Call Center to assist with issues related to waste removal in Nairyah or general cleanliness.
These ongoing cleanup efforts reflect a broader strategy to enhance the quality of life, protect public health, and promote community engagement in maintaining a clean and sustainable environment.
The Saudi Standard’s View: Sanitation Is a Public Value
When cities take responsibility for the streets their citizens walk every day, that’s more than cleanliness—it’s accountability. Nairyah’s 30,000-ton waste cleanup shows how public services can deliver visible results. It’s also a reminder that livable cities begin with basic things done well. In The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, urban sanitation is becoming a symbol of effective local governance and a reflection of national pride. And that’s precisely where progress begins.
