Manama: In line with the directive of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, a street in Muharraq Governorate has been named after the late writer and poet Ali Abdulla Khalifa, in recognition of his substantial literary and cultural contributions.
According to Bahrain News Agency, a plaque bearing the late writer and poet's name was unveiled on the street in the presence of Dr. Ramzan bin Abdullah Al Noaimi, Minister of Information; Salman bin Isa bin Hindi Al Mannai, Governor of Muharraq; Khalid Ali Al Qallaf, Director General of Muharraq Municipality; officials from the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (BACA); and members of the family of the late Ali Abdulla Khalifa.
Dr. Al Noaimi highlighted that the directive reflects His Majesty the King's appreciation for the Kingdom of Bahrain's leading cultural and literary figures. He emphasized His Majesty's commitment to honoring national figures who have contributed to the country's cultural and intellectual heritage, reinforcing Bahraini identity and strengthening its presence.
The Information Minister praised Ali Abdulla Khalifa's notable literary and cultural contributions throughout his career and his rich creative legacy, which is an integral part of Bahrain's cultural memory. He remarked that naming the street after Khalifa is a fitting tribute to a prominent national literary figure who significantly contributed to the Kingdom's cultural landscape and the wider region.
Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of BACA, expressed appreciation for the royal directive, noting Ali Abdulla Khalifa's impact on Bahrain's cultural and intellectual life. He stressed the importance of preserving the names of cultural figures in the Kingdom's collective memory for future generations.
Shaikh Khalifa added that Ali Abdulla Khalifa's close ties with various intellectual and cultural circles in Bahrain led to numerous cultural projects and initiatives that remain part of the country's heritage. His contributions to poetry, research, and institutional work continue to serve as a vital reference for researchers and those interested in Bahraini heritage.
Al Mannai, for his part, expressed appreciation for the directive, stating that the honor reflects His Majesty's interest in culture and literature and in national figures who have contributed to Bahrain's cultural development. He mentioned that naming a street in Muharraq after Ali Abdulla Khalifa is particularly significant, as Khalifa was a native of Muharraq who drew much of his poetic and literary inspiration from its sea, environment, and popular heritage.
Al Mannai underscored that Muharraq takes pride in the honor, given Ali Abdulla Khalifa's place in its history and identity and the literary and cultural legacy he left behind. He added that the tribute reflects appreciation for a Bahraini figure who made a lasting contribution to the country's cultural development.