Expansion works have commenced on the main building at the Linden Technical Institute, according to a release from the Ministry of Education.
Yesterday, Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand turned the sod for works to begin. In a comment, Manickchand noted that “this critical expansion initiative, valued at $43,322,000, represents a significant investment in the future of technical and vocational education in Linden and its surrounding areas.”
The release said that Manickchand emphasized the significance of this project, stating, “The expansion of Linden Technical Institute is a testament to our government’s commitment to providing quality education and training opportunities for our youth. This project will not only benefit the students of today but will also contribute to the long-term economic development of Linden and the surrounding areas.”
The project, is being executed by Phoenix Engineering Enterprise. With a planned duration of six months, the expansion will enhance the institute’s capacity to serve 250 students, providing them with improved facilities and access to cutting-edge training in various technical fields.
The mobilization amount for the project is $12,996,600, ensuring that construction progresses on schedule and that the necessary resources are in place for the timely completion of the extension, the release said.
As a means of gaining both employment and experience simultaneously, five students from the institute will be working on the project and will be paid a stipend. They are: Esuan Fraser, Electrical Installation; Ksena McKinnon, General Construction; Walter Couch-man, General Construction; Latrell Whinfield, General Construction; and Tevonn Layne, Electrical Installation.
