Saying that his government has redirected $2.9 billion in the capital programme outside of the regional budget to be spent on developmental works in Region Six, President Irfaan Ali yesterday promised to forge ahead with plans at a rapid pace despite the economic challenges in order to ensure that the livelihoods of citizens are improved.
During a visit, in which he was accompanied by several ministers, Ali yesterday also announced that the distribution of the $25,000 per household COVID-19 cash relief has commenced in the region.
Ali visited the Line Path Community Centre Ground, the Port Mourant Community Centre Ground and Angoy’s Avenue Community Centre Ground in New Amsterdam, where he met with residents.