A new $95 million children’s playpark was commissioned at the National Park in Georgetown on Friday.
The Department of Public Information (DPI) said that the playpark was developed by the Office of the First Lady, through the National Beautification Project, in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Works.
In her address at the opening ceremony, First Lady Arya Ali emphasised that the National Park is vital for public services, acting as a vibrant ecosystem that encourages public participation and enhances community well-being.
“Parks provide a sense of identity and belonging for our people. Parks are a filter point in communities where people of different ethnic groups, religious backgrounds, and even social classes converge,” she said.
DPI said that the park is equipped with amenities such as swings, slides, game boards, sanitary facilities, free WiFi, concession shops, security, and the country’s first public splash park.
Mrs Ali urged parents to be attentive to their children while also ensuring the park is well-maintained.
