Due to the heavy rains and floods in late July and early August, the Pe Tien suspension bridge in Chieng So commune, Son La province, was damaged, cutting off the only transportation route for local people and students crossing the river.

In difficult transportation conditions, to assist people and students in flood-affected areas crossing the river, for several days now, the Son La Provincial Military Command has mobilized forces and deployed free boat trips to transport people and students across the river. Despite the difficulties caused by harsh weather conditions, officers and soldiers have safely assisted hundreds of people and students across the river.

Officers and soldiers of the Son La Provincial Military Command regularly stand by to provide free boat transportation for people and schoolchildren across the river before a temporary bridge is built.  

Lieutenant Va Ba Tua, Assistant Propaganda Officer, Command of Defense Zone 2 - Song Ma, Son La Provincial Military Command, said: “Under the direct guidance of the Son La Provincial Military Command, the Command of Defense Zone 2 - Song Ma has deployed rescue boats (VSN-1500 lightweight river crossing boats), coordinating with local forces to transport people and students across the river in the most convenient way.”

Understanding the difficulties faced by the local people, the Son La Provincial Military Command provided funding to build a temporary pontoon bridge across the river, hoping that the bridge would better serve the transportation needs of the people, facilitate trade and commerce, and improve the local economy .

Mr. Lo Van Tien, Party Secretary and Head of Pe Tien village, Chieng So commune, Son La province, shared: “Since the Pe Tien suspension bridge was broken and swept away by floods, the Son La Provincial Military Command has provided motorboats to facilitate travel for the villagers and for the children to go to school. They have also shown concern and provided financial and manpower support to build a temporary pontoon bridge, making it much easier for the villagers and children to get to school. On behalf of the leadership of Pe Tien village, Chieng So commune, I sincerely thank the Son La Provincial Military Command.”

Soldiers from Son La province and local militia forces from Chieng So commune, Son La province, are assisting local people in building a temporary pontoon bridge across the river.

Sharing his excitement with us, Mr. Lo Van Tien, a resident of Pe Tien village, Chieng So commune, Son La province, said: “Before this pontoon bridge was built, it was very difficult for us to travel between the two banks of the river, requiring us to take a long detour. Today, thanks to the support of the Party, the State, the Government , and the army in building this bridge, we are very happy. From now on, crossing the river will be much easier. Our children and grandchildren will also find it easier to go to school. Thank you very much to the Party, the Government, and the soldiers.”

The completion of the bridge is a practical and meaningful activity that contributes to facilitating transportation for the local people, strengthening the solidarity between the military and the people, and enhancing the positive image of Uncle Ho's soldiers in the hearts of the people.

Text and photos: THO SON

    Source: https://www.qdnd.vn/nuoi-duong-van-hoa-bo-doi-cu-ho/bo-chqs-tinh-son-la-giup-dan-lam-cau-phao-tam-qua-song-846098