Press Release

Accessibility Standards Team Meets with the Wali of Muscat Office

15/09/2026

      The Team for Surveying Buildings and Facilities Meeting Accessibility Standards for Persons with Disabilities in Muscat Governorate held a meeting today with the Wali of Muscat Office. His Excellency Ali bin Said Al Saeedi, Wali of Muscat, and members of the Wilayat’s Municipal Council attended this meeting.

       During the meeting, the team, its responsibilities and assigned tasks were introduced. Furthermore, discussing mechanisms for carrying out its work and avenues for cooperation with the relevant authorities. This supports implementing the fieldwork plan to survey and assess the extent to which buildings and facilities have been adapted in accordance with approved accessibility standards. Thereby enhancing the ability of persons with disabilities to access public services and facilities easily and independently.

       This meeting addressed the survey form and how it will be used, as well as the sectors and facilities targeted as part of the team’s work. This contribute to establishing a database to help determine the level of readiness of facilities and their needs, and support efforts to improve accessibility across various locations.

        The meeting further discussed the role of the Wilayat of Muscat in ensuring the success of the initiative through contributing to facilitating the team’s fieldwork, communicating with relevant entities, and reinforcing participation in monitoring the current state of buildings and facilities and improving their compliance with accessibility requirements. This is in line with Muscat Governorate’s efforts to enhance the quality of services and create a more inclusive environment for all.