Aranaputa residents welcomed $160M infrastructure plan
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill during his interaction with residents of Aranaputa, Region Nine
Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill during his interaction with residents of Aranaputa, Region Nine

RESIDENTS of Aranaputa in Region Nine (Upper Takutu/Upper Essequibo) have expressed satisfaction, following a community engagement with Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
During the meeting, the minister announced that approximately $160 million has been allocated in the 2024 national budget for extensive infrastructural developments in the region, with the community actively participating in selecting the projects.
Minister Edghill also addressed concerns regarding an incomplete road project, which had received $115 million in funding in the 2023 budget.
He assured the residents that immediate steps will be taken to expedite the project’s completion, ensuring it meets the community’s expectations.
The allocation of these funds and the promise of a collaborative approach to development have been welcomed by Aranaputa’s residents, who view the initiative as a significant step toward improving infrastructure and enhancing their quality of life.

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