MoPW engage ECD residents on possible relocation as road project intensifies

The Public Works Ministry on Thursday engaged residents who may be in the way of ongoing road projects along the Railway Embankment of the East Coast Demerara corridor on possible relocation.
Public Works Minister Bishop Juan Edghill, accompanied by a team, initiated a face-to-face meeting with residents as he walked along the Railway Embankment Road, while engineers and technical officers took measurements of properties and assessed potential encroachments on Government reserves.
Edghill has said that apart from gathering essential information about land ownership and encroachments, the primary objective of Thursday’s engagement was to discuss viable solutions for those who may need to relocate, and for support of farmers whose farmlands will be affected by the ongoing project. This step is integral to ensuring fair compensation, addressing legal considerations, and facilitating a smooth transition for affected residents.

Thursday’s exercise commenced at Cummings Lodge and ended at Lusignan. The minister was accompanied by representatives of Beston (consultancy firm) and China Railway First Group (CRFG – contractor). Similar engagements have been held with residents and vendors at Plaisance, residents from Cummings Lodge to Lusignan, and at Enmore. Other meetings were held with residents from Belfield to Ann’s Grove, and with farmers from Hope to Unity.