THE government’s development drive in Region Two continues to gain momentum as Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Madanlall Ramraj, on Thursday, engaged regional engineers and community stakeholders to advance critical infrastructural works across the region.

The high-level meeting brought together technical officers and representatives from several Neighbourhood Democratic Councils (NDCs), creating a platform for comprehensive updates on ongoing and upcoming projects aimed at improving connectivity and boosting economic activity.

Regional engineers provided detailed briefings on key works currently in progress, outlining timelines, challenges, and priority areas. The minister emphasised the importance of maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely completion, noting that infrastructure remains a cornerstone of national and regional development.

Representatives of the various NDCs actively participated in the discussion, raising community concerns and identifying areas where additional technical and logistical support is needed. Discussions centred on practical solutions to accelerate project implementation and address pressing issues affecting residents.

Minister Ramraj underscored the government’s commitment to working collaboratively with local authorities to deliver tangible results. He noted that continuous engagement with stakeholders is vital to ensuring that development initiatives are responsive to the needs of communities.

Also present at the meeting were Regional Chairman Devin Mohan and Vice-Chairman Humace Oodit, both of whom reaffirmed their support for the ongoing works and the importance of strong coordination at all levels.

The engagement highlights a unified approach between central government, regional engineers, and local democratic organs, ensuring that Region Two remains on track with the government’s aggressive and forward-looking development agenda.