By INEWS

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The Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development today held a high-level meeting with key regional leaders, marking the first official engagement of Minister Priya Manickchand since assuming office.

The Minister was joined by her team, including Minister within the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, Pauline Sukhai, Director General Anand Persaud, Permanent Secretary Mr. Miguel Choo Kang, and Deputy Permanent Secretary (Administration) Josh Kanhai.

The meeting brought together Regional Executive Officers (REOs), Regional Education Officers (REdOs), Regional Health Officers (RHOs), and Regional Engineers from Guyana’s ten administrative regions. The session focused on establishing the Ministry’s new mandate going forward, with emphasis on ensuring greater efficiency, accountability, and responsiveness in the delivery of services at the regional level.

In her address, Minister Manickchand underscored the importance of fostering each and every household, resident of communities, feeling and living in real time, the governments development trajectory, reiterating the Ministry’s commitment to bridging gaps between local governance structures and national priorities, ensuring that citizens across all regions benefit equitably.

The discussions covered various critical areas, including health, education, infrastructure, community development, and local governance. By aligning leadership at both the ministerial and regional levels, the Ministry is positioning itself to strengthen coordination, address pressing challenges, and improve the quality of life for all Guyanese.

The Ministry reaffirmed its dedication to transparent governance, sustainable growth, and people-centered development. This renewed mandate sets the tone for an era of stronger regional partnerships, enhanced accountability, and more effective service delivery across Guyana.