Sharjah Urban Planning Council (SUPC) has approved designs of five pedestrian bridges which will be built in five different areas across the emirate, said a report.

The bridges will be constructed in major areas including King Faisal Road, King Abdulaziz Street, Al Ittihad Road and Al Taawun Road, reported the emirati news agency Wam.

This comes as part of the planning council's efforts to improve the efficiency and quality of life in Sharjah and to develop a more sustainable infrastructure for residents and visitors, stated the report.

The bridges project is being implemented in collaboration with the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority.

All these bridges will be provided with elevators and shaded walkways to ensure accessibility for elders and people with special needs and safe crossing for all people, the report added.