IN keeping with its mandate to serve the nation for the betterment of the Guyanese people, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has once again touched the hearts of elderly Berbicians by extending cheer to them, yesterday. 

The ruling party provided a sumptuous lunch for 50 senior citizens in the East Canje area.
Speaking to the gathering before the meals were served at Canefield Settlement, Member of Parliament (MP) Faizal Jaffarally said that the PPP/C acknowledges the contributions of the senior folks and the New Year gesture is just a small token of appreciation.
“The success story of Guyana is a success story of your contribution; you have worked hard in various fields. Our success and freedom that we enjoy, is as a result of you,” he acknowledged.

CARING GOVERNMENT
Jaffarally reminded that annually in the national budget, provisions are being made to better the lives of senior citizens, who have moulded the minds of young people who are in leadership positions.
“The PPP/Civic government is a caring government because we are not only addressing the increase of old age pension; we have ensured that you have a free supply of water and we are working to ensure that you have subsidy in terms of electricity bills,” he assured.
The Member of Parliament also took the opportunity to highlight several developmental projects that the government has embarked on and pointed out that much more will be done to address the needs of the elderly.
The Sunday treat which was made possible through a collaborative effort of local party activists, saw several recipients expressing gratitude to the PPP/C.

BE PATIENT 
Regional Vice- chairman of East Berbice/Corentyne (Region 6) Bhupaul Jhagroo, also engaged the elderly folks in a discourse and reiterated the sentiments of Jaffarally.
“We are pleased to be among you to offer you this treat as part of our recognition of your contribution in Guyana.
In the past, we could have given you more things in a timely manner, but now we are asking you to be patient with us due to circumstances beyond our control,” he appealed.(Michael Khan)