At the direction of His Excellency President Dr. Irfaan Ali, the National Enhancement Committee today conducted a nationwide exercise that saw widespread participation from citizens, organisations, and the Joint Services across every region. The Committee, chaired by Honourable Minister Deodat Indar, mobilised resources across the country, and massive volumes of garbage were collected and transported to the landfill, reflecting the spirit of collective action and national pride that defined today’s effort.
The National Enhancement Committee extends its gratitude to the Honourable Prime Minister and Members of Cabinet, who were all hands on deck, spearheading operations across various regions and locations throughout the country. Their presence on the ground sent a clear signal that environmental stewardship is a national priority at the highest levels of government.
The scale of today’s achievement would not have been possible without the remarkable contribution of youth and civil society groups, organisations, mandirs, mosques, churches, community bodies, and a wide coalition of private sector companies and public agencies across the regions who mobilised and donated equipment, vehicles, personnel, and logistical support to the initiative. Their initiative and willingness to act reinforced the truly national character of today’s exercise.
“Today showed exactly what Guyanese can accomplish when we come together with a shared purpose,” said Honourable Minister Indar. “The volume of waste removed in a single day speaks to the resolve of our people. I want to extend my deepest thanks to every volunteer, every organisation, and every company that made this happen.”
The National Enhancement Committee wishes to formally recognise and extend sincere gratitude to the following organisations whose generous contributions of equipment, vehicles, personnel, and resources were instrumental to today’s success:
GAICO
Zeebo and Sons Construction
Japarts
Puran Brothers
Cevons Waste Management
SAWA Investment Inc.
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Private Sector Commission
Guyana Defence Force
Men on Mission
Ministry of Local Government
Chinese Association of Guyana
XL Engineering
S. Joree and Sons
M & B Construction
R. Persid Construction
Macro Investment Inc.
Tiger Tanks
ENVIRO Waste Management Services
Lions Club of Guyana
Regional private sector groups across Regions 1 to 10
A special thanks is extended to the Joint Services of Guyana, including the Guyana Defence Force, the Guyana Police Force, and the Guyana Fire Service, whose personnel and logistical support were critical to the success of today’s exercise.
A special thanks is also extended to the private sector, and the small and medium sized businesses from all the regions across Guyana, whose contributions on the ground made a tangible difference.
We further extend heartfelt thanks to the thousands of ordinary citizens, community leaders, and volunteers from every region who gave their time and energy to this cause. Their dedication is a testament to the spirit of national pride and collective responsibility that continues to drive Guyana forward.
Today’s results set a strong foundation for continued national mobilisation in service of a cleaner, healthier Guyana. The National Enhancement Committee remains committed to keeping this momentum and encourages all Guyanese to sustain this effort in their communities every day.
About the National Enhancement Committee
The National Enhancement Committee comprises the Ministries of Public Utilities and Aviation, Public Works, and Local Government and Regional Development, and includes the following agencies and partners: Guyana Power and Light, National Drainage and Irrigation Authority, National Parks Commission, Environmental Protection Agency, Mayor and City Council of Georgetown, Sea Defence, Guyana Fire Service, Guyana Police Force, Guyana Defence Force, and Men on Mission.
(Source: Ministry of Public Utilities and Aviation)
