–RDC Chairman expresses gratitude for contributions of elderly

FORTY-FIVE senior citizens from across Region 6 (East Berbice/ Corentyne) were treated to a sumptuous lunch in the dining hall of State House in New Amsterdam, Berbice on Friday, as part of the region’s Mashramani Events Committee’s roster of activities.

For the second consecutive year, the Berbice Bridge Company Incorporated (BBCI) collaborated with the Regional Administration to ensure the success of the event.

Regional Chairman, Permaul Armogan, in delivering welcoming remarks at the luncheon, thanked the BBCI for financing the venture, and applauded the company for taking its corporate and civic responsibilities seriously.

“Most of you here were chosen because you have made important contributions to the county and Guyana as a whole. I am happy that you are here, so that we can show our appreciation to you,” he cheerfully remarked.

Armogan pointed out that every society should undertake the role of acknowledging the efforts of senior citizens towards the upward strides that Guyana has made.

“We at the RDC salute you, and the Government of Guyana also recognised your contribution; which is why today you are enjoying an increase in old age pension, and we will do more to make your lives comfortable,” he informed.

CONTRIBUTION
People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Member of Parliament (MP), Faizal Jaffarally congratulated the Regional Chairman for his initiative in catering for the senior citizens, and lauded the BBCI for lending financial support.

“It is important that we recognise and remember you (the senior citizens) because you have made a significant contribution to our country. The growth and development of Guyana today are as a result of your contributions, and we are thankful for your input,” he expressed.

Administrative Supervisor of BBCI, Amarnauth Singh, also cheered the Region 6 RDC for its initiative.
He said: “We are happy to support you in this venture because, too often, the senior folks are forgotten.”

Mr. Aaron Budhu and Ms. Eulene Samuels, on behalf of the gathering, then expressed gratitude to the RDC and BBCI for their gesture, and wished them a happy Mashramani.

(By Michael Khan)