Municipality temporarily closes Al-Ardiya event halls during 26th GCC
Al-Qabas reported that Kuwait Municipality has decided to temporarily close event halls in the Al-Ardiya area after issuing warnings and violation reports to operators with expired licenses.
The closures are in preparation for the Arabian Gulf Cup Football Championship, hosted by Kuwait from December 21, 2024, to January 3, 2025. Licensing operations for these venues are expected to resume after the conclusion of the tournament.
An informed source revealed that departments in the Farwaniya Governorate Municipality branch have coordinated efforts regarding the area around Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Al-Ardiya.
The site located along Gharib Al-Jassar Street and Road 501, currently has 15 temporary event halls. The extension for the last two halls expired on November 6.
If owners fail to comply with closure directives, the Municipality’s oversight team will enforce administrative closure.
Furthermore, the Minister of Information and Culture, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, addressed a formal letter to the Minister of State for Municipal Affairs, regarding preparations for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup Football Championship.
Kuwait is set to host the tournament starting December 21, with arrangements and readiness emphasized as part of the preparations for the event.
Al-Mutairi highlighted the recommendations of the Supreme Organizing Committee for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup.
In a recent letter to the Minister of State for Municipal Affairs, Al-Mutairi emphasized the importance of prohibiting any cultural, social, or sporting events in areas surrounding the stadiums hosting championship matches.
This measure aims to ensure complete focus on organizing the prominent national event and presenting it in the best possible manner.
Al-Mutairi, has called for a directive to suspend weddings and social events near Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium and Al-Nasr Sports Club Stadium in Al-Ardiya during the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup.
This precaution is aimed at preventing disruptions, and to ensure that the championship receives full focus and smooth organization.
