Sharjah: The Ministry of Public Works in Sharjah is building 14 commercial buildings in Maliha area to benefit widowed, divorced and underprivileged women.

The project, which cost Dh12 million, is spread across 2,255 square metres and comprises residential apartments as well as shops.

The project is being built under the directives of His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, with the objective of providing this segment of women with a decent and stable means of living.

The project is expected to be completed in the last quarter of next year