MEMBERS of the “F” Division (Lethem, Bartica and other interior locations) Police Youth Group copped the tops spots in the Region Seven Mashramani Float Parade while the Bartica police river patrol won in the float parade category.
The parade saw costumes depicting a wide array of concepts which highlighted the passion and talents of the participants who feted their way through the streets.
The youths from Bayderabo, Itaballi, Bartica, Kalcoon and Agatash participated collectively in the float parade under the theme “Celebration with Liberty, Dignity and Greater Unity.”

The costumed participants made their way from the Bartica Cenotaph Ground through the crowded streets, congregating at the Bartica Community Centre Ground. There they put on a brief performance before a panel of judges.
The Regional Mashramani Committee, as part of their activities to celebrate the event, held a competition for the best illuminated building for business places and Government entities covering both small and large buildings.

The Bartica Police Station grabbed the first place in the large building category for Best Decorated Building while “F” division headquarters copped the third place in the small building category for the Best Decorated Building.
There were a total of 20 entities covering both categories. In some cases organisations and business places entered more than one category.
Divisional Commander, Senior Superintendent Ravindradat Budhram, hailed the events a success and commended the participation and cooperation of all stakeholders in Bartica.
He said Bartica is recapturing its stride and will only get better through collaboration between the municipality, public and private sectors.