…Organizing Committee hoping to push tourism product
The township of Bartica in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) is slated to be the ‘hot spot’ on the Essequibo River from July 17 to July 24 with the hosting of the Bartica Summer Splash Regatta 2022.
BBDC Chairman Chunilall ‘Vulture’ Baboolall (4th left), Regional Representative to the Prime Minister, Erwin Ward (4th right), and power boat icon Dave Scott (right) share a photo opportunity with several models during last Sunday’s Regatta launch
Intention to host the Regatta was revealed some weeks ago with the official launch of the event, hosted at one of Region Seven’s premier attractions, Aruwai Resort White H2O, on Sunday last (July 10).
While anticipation for the Regatta and accompanying activities was built by the organizers, Bartica Business Development Committee (BBDC), it was punctuated with cultural presentations from popular entertainers and a fashion show.
In remarks, Chairman of the BBDC, Chunilall ‘Vulture’ Baboolall, a businessman and proprietor of the Aruwai Resort, had spoken of the intentions of the BBDC. “As the name suggests, the BBDC is founded upon the aim of promoting the development of business within our town, through education, strategic collaborations, and the organising of big social events like this one, heavily geared towards our athletes showcasing their talents.”
He had added that it is the BBDC’s aim to fuel growth of this town, officially considered the gateway to Guyana’s gold and diamond-mining regions.
A long list of sporting activities would precede the grand power boat racing on July 24, inclusive of cricket, football, river swimming, grass track and road races. According to reports from the Organizing Committee, some Gy$12M in cash and prizes would be up for grabs. In addition, the entertainment aspect of the event would include comedic and karaoke competitions.
Baboolall has envisioned, “For such a young committee, this is quite an ambitious undertaking. However, we have placed great faith in our corporate partners, friends, the community of Bartica, and the Government of Guyana, to join hands with us in making this event a remarkable success.”
Also sharing remarks was Regional Representative of the Prime Minister, Erwin Ward, who congratulated the BBDC on behalf of His Excellency President Dr. Irfaan Ali and the Government of Guyana, whom he said are in full support of the event, as it complements the “One Guyana” initiative.
On the list of activities, the cricket final is set for July 17th; Karaoke competition for July 19th; Comedy Explosion for July 21st; Football final for July 22nd; Grass Track for July 23rd; and Power Boat Races at the Bartica Golden Beach on July 24th.
