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Ha Giang kicks off construction of 24 houses for poor families

The People's Committee of Vi Xuyen district in the northern province of Ha Giang on November 21 held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of 24 new houses in replace of the old temporary and dilapidated ones across 18 communes.

Construction of 24 new houses in replace of the old temporary and dilapidated ones kicks off in the northern province of Ha Giang. (Photo: VNA)
Construction of 24 new houses in replace of the old temporary and dilapidated ones kicks off in the northern province of Ha Giang. (Photo: VNA)

Ha Giang (VNA) – The People's Committee of Vi Xuyen district in the northern province of Ha Giang on November 21 held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of 24 new houses in replace of the old temporary and dilapidated ones across 18 communes.

The initiative forms part of the nationwide emulation movement “The whole country joins hands to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses”. It is to improve living conditions for residents in disadvantaged areas, contributing to the new-style rural area building, ensuring social welfare and promoting local sustainable development.

Dinh The Manh, Secretary of the district’s Party Committee and head of the district steering committee for the eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses, said that the district aims to complete 45 new houses before the 2025 Lunar New Year and 89 others by the end of April next year.

Nearly 600 million VND (23,604 USD) was raised at an event held the same day in Ngoc Linh commune to support the district in this regard, showcasing the collective efforts of local businesses, organisations, and individuals.

Located in the northernmost region of the country, Ha Giang is a highland province with high rates of poverty and near-poverty households. According to a survey conducted by 11 districts and city, as of October 30, 5,848 households were in need of housing support. Of them, 4,951 require new houses while another 897 need repairs./.

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