The little birds have started chirping in the hot summer morning. The small birds are lively. There is a rhythm in their sound. Why are you leaving us without saying “Good Morning”? Was it what they thought while I moved them behind? A small flock of birds are indeed a very pleasant sight in this desert.
Roads are busy with moving cars and buses.
Three summers have fallen behind the history since I came in Qatar. Compared to Gods Own Country, lush green all around; greenery here is meager. No meaning to dream more in desert. However, we have some greenery near our accommodation camp. Since the bush appeared in surroundings, sparrows have resorted here. Their chirpings enliven our monotonous external conditions.
There has been a strenuous effort to plant some flowering shrubs around here. There is a dedicated man hours behind every single vegetation in the desert conditions, here. Qatar spends huge funds to maintain artificial plants in some pavement and other centers of attraction.
Greenery is rare; no one can imagine a homely mood here. Birds, pets (rare sights) and even a small flower present immense pleasure to my eyes. All the sights in Doha and along the surroundings also, exhibit similar green and colorful stretches. This is the way Qatar try conservation and underscores the need to protect the environment.
Some times I notice few pigeons in small group in this hot sun just near the construction site. The workers during rest time on site care these birds stand affable. Some times they feed them. The birds give them a feel of relaxation during their tiresome works.
The small gulf state which is rich in its natural gas resources has changed lot. Doha, the capital city is changing. Old buildings have become part of history. Demolition of old construction is still going on. All the re-construction and modification works are in progress. Road transport and many infrastructure developments have enhanced since Qatar hosted Asian Games in 2006. The skyscrapers of Doha witness the change in short span of time. As many as new projects have begun in Ras Laffan Industrial City. Many projects have completed successfully.
While Qatar is marching towards an impressive economic boom, still many factors pull it back. Road traffic has become a nightmare to travelers across Doha. Regular travelers, tourists as well as employees face the difficulties. “To find out a parking lot in Doha on Fridays is very difficult”, says drivers.
Qatar is not moving through industrial development alone. It’s cultural and intellectual circles have also developed immensely. Doha debates and Qatar Foundation’s initiatives to creative and innovative campaigns lead the nation to new heights of development. Qatar Islamic Museum at Doha Corniche is a precious monument for the whole world. The Doha Tribecca Film Festival concluded in Doha recently focused the region’s outlook in film making. HH Highness Sheika Mozah’s initiatives to women’s empowerment and active participation in social stream give exciting chances to Qatari women.
Being one of the biggest LNG exporting nations, Qatar gives a vast horizon of opportunity for thousands of expatriates. Nationals as well as expatriates join hands in workplaces to reach the goal. Recent direction by government, Qataris are preferred for job hiring in banking, telecommunication and health care sectors. Students are encouraged to serve their mother country than going outside.
Doha is transforming into an International media hub since Al-Jaseera and other media moguls headquartered here. When foot ball and sport excites Qatar, the natives celebrate each event.
Qatar Foundations current World Innovative Summit on Education (WISE) also turned to be a creative event with the participation of 120 countries. WISE addressed the global challenges in education. American universities in Qatar have become a spotlight for new opportunity for advanced learning. Community classes being organized by foreign universities have attracted many learners. Innovative educational methods attract locals and expatriate community as well.
