The right beneficiaries

Thai Nguyen province is entering a phase of accelerating the development of social housing, considering it one of the important solutions to ensure social security, especially for workers and low-income earners. According to the plan, the province has been allocated more than 1,000 social housing units by 2025. With projects already underway, exceeding the target is a foreseeable outcome.

In Thai Nguyen , the Dai Thang residential area social housing project is the first project to be completed and offered for sale in the 2025 plan. (Photo: Provided)

However, discussing social housing goes beyond just planning or the number of apartments built. The core issue is whether the policy reaches the right people and beneficiaries. With social housing, each home not only represents asset value but also guarantees a stable life and provides a foundation for workers to feel secure and committed to long-term employment.

Recently, news of some localities having to reclaim social housing due to improper allocation and sale to ineligible individuals has attracted public attention. Mentioning these cases is not intended as a comparison or judgment, but rather to highlight a reality: the more humane a policy is, the more rigorous its implementation requires.

Any discrepancies that occur usually do not stem from policy itself. Problems mainly arise during the implementation process, from reviewing applications and verifying eligibility to disclosing information and monitoring after allocation. Just one careless link can allow a good policy to be exploited, diminishing its original purpose.

When social housing doesn't reach its intended beneficiaries, the most disadvantaged are workers and low-income families who genuinely need stable housing. This disadvantage isn't always immediately apparent, but it subtly creates a sense of being deprived of opportunities and erodes trust.

From this perspective, Thai Nguyen has the advantage of being a latecomer. Being a latecomer allows it to clearly see the problems that have occurred elsewhere, thereby proactively preventing and tightening control from the outset in areas prone to risks. Social housing is different from commercial housing; here, the market does not self-select, but the responsibility for screening lies with the management agency.

Therefore, transparent and consistent implementation is crucial for social housing policy. Publicizing criteria and eligibility lists, and maintaining inspection and supervision throughout the usage process are indispensable steps. These steps form the "backbone" for the policy to achieve its objectives.

In reality, when violations necessitate revocation, social impacts are unavoidable. Conversely, if controlled effectively from the outset, policies will be more substantive, creating peace of mind for citizens when accessing and benefiting from them.

Social housing is a long-term policy. For Thai Nguyen, it is essential to have strict and consistent implementation in management and supervision, ensuring that each house reaches the right people. When the policy is implemented correctly, its social welfare effectiveness will be strengthened, creating a foundation for the long-term stability and development of the locality.

Source: https://baothainguyen.vn/xa-hoi/202512/dung-doi-tuong-thu-huong-aa56953/