-project reflects President Ali’s commitment to enhancing lives, says Minister Indar

WITH approximately 95 per cent of the works on the Lusignan Market, East Coast Demerara, completed, Minister within the Ministry of Public Works Deodat Indar has stated that the initiative reflects a commitment made by President, Dr Irfaan Ali to the vendors after they sought a more comfortable space to sell their produce.

In a telephone interview with the Guyana Chronicle, Minister Indar clarified that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government has consistently strived to improve the lives of Guyanese citizens and provide support to the working class of Guyana.

According to him, their goal is to ensure that markets across the country, including the Lusignan Market, which is close to completion, are provided with adequate sanitary and essential facilities for both vendors and customers.

Minister Indar said: “Since assuming office in 2020, our government led by President Ali, has promised the people of Guyana that we will enhance the country and their livelihoods, and that is exactly what we are doing.

“With the enhancement of these markets, people will be able to sell their produce daily compared to a few days per week, knowing that they are not going to get wet when the rain falls or even when the sun is out.”

The minister emphasised that the structure is an open facility with excellent ventilation, and he used the opportunity to urge both vendors and shoppers to dispose of their garbage responsibly.

He added that while he is happy for the market vendors, he would like everyone to contribute to the facility’s maintenance and keeping the surroundings clean.

Meanwhile, during an exclusive site visit, the Guyana Chronicle spoke to Somdat Sharma, the welder/fabricator who is tasked with supervising the operations in the absence of the boss.

Noting that the roofing of the 500-foot structure has been completed, and they are currently in the process of installing the gutters, Sharma also explained that with 95 per cent of the structure completed, they are currently working on some finishing touches in the lavatories, which include painting and grouting.

He also mentioned that work will soon commence on the construction of the trestle that will support the water tanks.

Applauding President Ali for delivering on his commitment to the vendors and the people of Lusignan, Sharma said that he is pleased with the quality and durability of the structure they will soon be receiving.

“I am proud to say that we are delivering a high-quality job with an excellent structure. I know that the people are happy with what they will be getting here, and I am also happy to say that we, the employees on this project, are also grateful for the opportunity that was given to us through this market.

“This is one of the busiest markets on Fridays and with the new structure, I know that these vendors will enjoy selling here; it’s much more comfortable. They have moved from selling their produce under tarpaulins and dilapidated sheds to this beautiful structure. President Ali, on behalf of the vendors, the people of Lusignan, and us, the workers, we say thank you,” he said.

Finally, Sharma said that the new facility will beautify the area.