Manickchand urges stronger local governance, improved services at Caledonia/Good Success NDC

Local Government and Regional Development Minister Priya Manickchand visited the Caledonia/Good Success Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) on Wednesday as part of her ongoing engagements with local Government bodies across the country.

During the visit, Manickchand held discussions with the NDC overseer, chair, workmen, and other officials on the state of operations within the community. The conversations centred on the challenges faced at the local level, the delivery of services to residents, and the ways in which the Ministry can provide greater support to ensure effective and efficient functioning of the NDC.
The engagement at Caledonia/Good Success NDC also included a review of the Single Window System, which is designed to streamline the process of applying for and obtaining approvals for building and extension works, both residential and commercial, through a single, simplified portal.
Manickchand, according to a release from her office, examined how the system is functioning at the NDC level and was made aware that it is currently down. She emphasised to officials and staff that the system must work in service to the citizens of Guyana and that supervisory and mandatory pieces will be put in place to ensure this is done.
She also took the opportunity to interact directly with the staff and workmen, listening to their perspectives and encouraging accountability in carrying out duties that directly impact citizens’ lives.
Manickchand reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to working closely with NDCs to strengthen local governance and ensure that communities benefit from responsive, people-centred service delivery.
The engagement at Caledonia/Good Success NDC forms part of the Minister’s wider outreach to local councils across Guyana. Through these interactions, the Ministry aims to strengthen partnerships, address community needs more effectively, and ensure that the work of NDCs directly improves the daily lives of citizens.