The northern province of Hoa Binh has undergone a remarkable transformation thanks to the successful implementation of the national target programme on building new-style rural areas. In recent years, localities across the province have adopted comprehensive strategies, with a particular focus on infrastructure investment, to drive rural development forward.
Thanks to the new-style rural development programme, more investment has been poured in transport infrastructure in rural areas.
Once a disadvantaged commune in Tan Lac district, Gia Mo embarked on its rural development journey from a low starting point. However, with strong support from the Party and State, along with the dedication of local authorities and residents, it has made significant strides. In 2021, Gia Mo was officially recognised as meeting new-style rural area standards, and improvements have continued since then.
Last year, Dung hamlet received funding to pave its internal roads, significantly enhancing its transportation network. Bui Van Trung, head of the hamlet, highlighted the programme’s impact, stating that roads have been gradually upgraded, making travel easier for residents. Notably, villagers voluntarily donated over 7,600 square meters of land and hundreds of trees to support the initiative.
Beyond transportation, community infrastructure has also seen significant upgrades. For example, in Gia Phu hamlet—formed from the merger of Bo and Quan hamlets—the once-deteriorating stilt house that served as a cultural center has been replaced with a modern facility.
"The new cultural house features a spacious courtyard with two volleyball courts, allowing residents to engage in sports and cultural activities with neighboring hamlets," said Bui Van Duong, a resident of Gia Phu.
According to the Tan Lac district People’s Committee, over 7.6 billion VND (approximately 297,660 USD) was mobilised for new rural development last year. By the end of 2024, 10 communes had fulfilled all the 19 criteria for new-style rural areas, while five others met between 10 and 14 criteria. This year, the district aims to add one more commune to the list of new-style rural areas and upgrade three others to advanced new-style rural status.
Across Hoa Binh province, efforts have been even more extensive. Last year, localities mobilised over 8.8 trillion VND for rural development, prioritising infrastructure improvements such as roads, irrigation systems, electricity, schools, healthcare centres, and cultural facilities. As a result, 96 out of 129 communes now meet transportation criteria and all communes have access to stable electricity for both production and daily life.
As many as 121 out of 129 communes meet irrigation and disaster prevention standards. Significant advancements have been made in education and healthcare infrastructure. By the end of 2024, Hoa Binh saw three new communes recognised as meeting new-style rural standards, four achieving advanced new-style rural status and two designated as model new-style rural areas, bringing the numbers of such communes to 83, 32 and three, respectively.
Looking ahead, Hoa Binh aims to certify nine more communes as new-style rural standards, upgrade three to model status, and have two districts recognised as new-style rural areas.
To achieve these ambitious goals, the province will continue prioritising investment in essential infrastructure, particularly in transportation, irrigation, electricity, and clean water. These efforts will ensure sustainable growth and improve the quality of life for local rural residents.
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To make it easier for the residents to handle administrative procedures, Yen Bong Commune (Lac Thuy District) has identified the administrative reform as one of its key tasks. By implementing a range of synchronized solutions, the commune has seen the positive changes in the administrative reform, meeting the needs of its people.
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The Hoa Binh provincial People's Committee held its monthly meeting on March 26 to review the progress of key projects, assess budget revenue and public investment disbursement, provide feedback on draft documents for submission to the provincial Party Committee's Standing Board, and discuss other important matters related to the committee's governance activities.
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