What's changing in Dubai's tunnels?

The Dubai Tunnel initiative in already in progress

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Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor
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 Picture used for illustrative purposes only.
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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, reviewed the Dubai Tunnel initiative, which aims to beautify beautification 18 tunnels in three phases, on November 21.

This is what you need to know about this project:

It's happening in three phases

Phase 1: This includes three tunnels along Al Khaleej Street, Umm Suqeim Street, and Oud Metha Street

Phase 2: The second phase comprises five tunnels on Museum of the Future Street, Trade Centre Street, and Al Sukook Street;

Phase 3: The third phase features 10 tunnels along Al Wasl Street, Jumeirah Street, and Umm Suqeim Street.

Is it just about looks?

No! The tunnel initiative will also employ innovation such as:

  • smart lighting systems that enhance the user experience

  • high-performance artistic wall panels resistant to humidity and heat

  • sustainable and more efficient materials

Karishma H. Nandkeolyar
Karishma H. NandkeolyarAssistant Online Editor
Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture and internet trends to everyday lifestyle moments that make you go, “Same.” Her work blends insight with a conversational tone that feels like catching up with your cleverest friend — if your friend also had a deadline and a latte in hand. Off-duty, Karishma is a proud dog mom who fully believes her pup has a personality worth documenting, and yes, she does narrate those inner monologues out loud. Whether she’s writing features, curating content, or crafting the perfect headline, Karishma brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of sarcasm to the mix.

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