Patriotism fills the air

Many events have been lined up by all ministries, government bodies and private sector companies as the Kingdom marks its National Day tomorrow and December 17.

The National Day commemorates the establishment of the modern Bahrain state as an Arab and Muslim country founded by Ahmed Al Fateh in 1783, the 47th anniversary of its full membership in the United Nations, and the 19th anniversary of HM the King’s Accession to the Throne.

The Ministry of Labour held a special ceremony marking the beginning of the National Day celebrations, which was attended by Labour and Social Development Minister Jameel Humaidan.

The celebration featured recreational activities for the ministry’s staff, flag-raising, national songs, folklore songs, competitions and prize-distribution.

Education Minister Dr Majid Al Nuaimi attended a ceremony organised by the ministry marking the National Day. Addressing the ceremony which was held at the ministry’s headquarters in Isa Town, Dr Al Nuaimi stressed Bahrain’s landmark development strides, particularly in the sector of education.

Streets across the Kingdom have been decorated with Bahrain flags and lighting.

Meanwhile, the Director-General of Traffic, Brigadier Shaikh Abdulrahman bin Abdulwahab Al Khalifa announced yesterday that special measures had been taken for the National Day celebrations, including the implementation of a traffic plan for all roads to avoid traffic jams that might occur near the sites of events and activities.