MINISTER of Agriculture, Zulfikar Mustapha, along with Regional Vice Chairman Zamal Hussain, visited several locations in Region Six on Friday to oversee the ongoing distribution of the government’s cash grant.

As the process nears its final stages, they ensured that the distribution remained smooth and efficient.

During their visits to Fyrish, Kilcoy, Hampshire, Rose Hall, Port Mourant, and Hogstye/Lancaster, residents who gathered to collect their cheques expressed their satisfaction with the process, describing it as seamless and well-organised.

Many beneficiaries noted that they experienced minimal wait times and received their grants without hassle, reflecting the government’s commitment to ensuring a transparent and efficient distribution system.

Minister Mustapha reaffirmed the administration’s dedication to supporting citizens, emphasising that these cash grants are part of broader efforts to provide financial relief and stimulate economic growth in communities across the region.

One Port Mourant resident, Lalchan, said that he will be using the cash grant to carry out some works on his house, while Anil Singh also of Port Mourant noted that the cash grant will assist in purchasing some needed items. “The government is doing a good with it and people are happy for it. They come and collect and say what they are going to do with it and it’s nice that they have some extra money.”