A group of legislators has called for renaming some of Muharraq’s prominent landmarks in honour of what they describe as Bahrain’s historic ‘epic of resilience’ following the recent Iranian attacks on the kingdom.
The proposal, submitted yesterday by a bloc of five MPs led by Hamad Al Doy, seeks to rename Muharraq Al Kubra Garden as ‘Bahraini Resilience Garden’, while also changing the names of the governorate’s Ring Road and Fourth Bridge to ‘February 28th’.
The urgent parliamentary move follows a Royal Decree issued earlier this week by His Majesty King Hamad, establishing a national committee tasked with documenting what has officially been termed ‘The Epic of Bahraini Resilience’, marking the kingdom’s response to the recent Iranian aggression.
Mr Al Doy said the proposal aims to preserve one of the country’s defining moments and ensure future generations remain connected to the national sacrifices made during the crisis.
“This proposal comes as a commemoration of a historic national epic written by the people of Bahrain when they stood united behind their wise leadership in the face of brutal aggression,” Mr Al Doy said.
“It is essential that the values of loyalty, belonging and national solidarity are permanently preserved within Bahrain’s national memory.”
According to the explanatory memorandum attached to the proposal, Bahrain’s defence forces successfully intercepted and destroyed more than 194 missiles and 523 drones launched during the attacks, demonstrating exceptional military preparedness and national resilience.
Legislators said that Muharraq was deliberately chosen because of both its strategic and symbolic significance.
“Muharraq carried tremendous national significance during this difficult period and stood as a symbol of Bahrain’s strength, security and unwavering determination to confront every challenge,” Mr Al Doy said.
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