Sharjah traffic diversions widen amid major road and tunnel upgrades

Sharjah has rolled out a series of major traffic diversions across the emirate as it presses ahead with an ambitious programme of road, bridge and tunnel construction. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) said the temporary diversions are a key part of its strategy to balance ongoing development with uninterrupted daily mobility. Alternative routes have been carefully designed to preserve traffic flow, minimise congestion and maintain road safety while work continues on strategic projects, including road widening schemes, new bridges, upgraded roundabouts and the landmark Al Taawun Tunnel project. One of the largest schemes under way is the redevelopment of Al Khan Road, where temporary traffic diversions were introduced to increase the capacity of one of Sharjah's busiest transport corridors. The first phase began on 22 May along the stretch bordering Industrial Areas 7, 8 and 9, followed by a second diversion from 6 June towards Industrial Area 3. Another major project is the Al Taawun Tunnel, designed to improve traffic links between Sharjah and Dubai along one of the busiest commuter routes in the country. Since 13 June, partial closures have been in place around Al Taawun Roundabout.