‘Guyana has moved from promise to progress under the PPP/C’ – Region 9 Chairman

Outlining several major accomplishments of the PPP/C government in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) over the last five years, Regional Chairman Brian Allicock said on Sunday that Guyana has moved from promise to progress under President Irfaan Ali.

“In just five years, Guyana has moved from promise to progress. Rebounding from crises to the world’s fastest growing economy… which prioritizes inclusive development,” Allicock said at the PPP/C Region Nine rally, which was held in Lethem.

The Regional Chairman outlined several major undertakings by the government in the region, including the construction of nine new secondary schools and four new hospitals, including telemedicine, which are available to remote hinterland villages.

A cornerstone of the government’s infrastructure vision is the Linden to Mabura Highway Project, a transformative 121 km all-weather highway which is part of a broader strategy to ultimately link Georgetown with Lethem and the Brazilian border.

Additionally, works are ongoing on a 72-mile hinterland road link between the North Rupununi and Monkey Mountain in Region eight (Potaro-Siparuni). When completed, the road will alleviate the high cost of transportation and long travel time for more than 15,000 residents.

Allicock also drew attention to the fact that even remote hinterland villages which did not have roads, now have concrete roads, while others are being upgraded.

“Under President Ali and the PPP/C, the transformation is undeniable. There are now more jobs, better infrastructure, stronger healthcare, free university and his One Guyana vision which unites citizens all across all regions of Guyana,” he stated.

The Regional Chairman spoke too of the expansion of agriculture in the region, in keeping with the government’s vision of promoting food security.

As he encouraged the thousands in attendance to vote for the PPP/C on September 1, he reminded them that the party has fulfilled the promises it had made to the Guyanese people in 2020.

“We are a party for the people, by the people and with the people. Every single promise we made to you, we have kept. We have seen five years of unprecedented progress. We are a nation in transformation, and we are securing a better future for all under President Ali and the PPP/C,” he stated.