The Prime Minister participates in the groundbreaking ceremony for new houses for several disadvantaged families in Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province - Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

In nearly 40 years of reform, Vietnam has achieved many remarkable feats. However, amidst this rapidly improving socio -economic landscape, nearly 274,000 poor and near-poor households, as well as families receiving social welfare benefits, still live in dilapidated and leaky temporary housing, according to statistics from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs at the beginning of 2024.

A roof is not just a place to shelter from the rain and sun. It is a space where human dignity is born, where faith is nurtured, and hope is cherished.

DEMOLITION OF DILAPIDATED HOUSES – THE POLITICAL THINKING AND CONSCIENCE OF A STATE FOR THE PEOPLE

From a political perspective, the program to eliminate temporary and dilapidated housing is both symbolic and action-oriented. It is the most concrete embodiment of the idea of ​​"leaving no one behind," and a concrete manifestation of the spirit of "inclusive development" that the Party and State steadfastly pursue.

The policy of eliminating temporary and dilapidated housing not only creates safe housing but also restores faith in social justice.

At a recent national meeting, the Prime Minister set a specific timeline for the entire country to complete the program to eliminate temporary housing:

Before July 27, 2025: complete housing support for all families of war invalids, martyrs, and people with meritorious services.

Before August 31, 2025: complete the construction of 100% of the remaining temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of National Day.

This is the first time a specific, nationally significant timeline has been set for a social security policy. It's noteworthy that the initial target was 2030, but it has now been shortened by five years, demonstrating a high level of determination and a spirit of "doing what needs to be done immediately, without further delay."

As of early July 2025, the whole country had built 264,522 new houses (reaching 95.3%).

As of early July 2025, the whole country had built 264,522 new houses (reaching 95.3%), of which 229,328 were completed and 35,194 were under construction. On average, each locality needed to complete 26 houses per day to meet the deadline. 19 out of 34 key provinces had completed the plan ahead of schedule, demonstrating a very responsible and effective approach.

The program's resources went beyond just budget allocations. The total amount mobilized exceeded 17,800 billion VND, including central and local government budgets and social contributions. More than 113,000 people directly participated in the construction, contributing over 1 million man-days of labor, from soldiers and police officers to union members, workers, and local residents.

THE ROLE OF THE HEAD OF GOVERNMENT: PERSEVERANCE AND DETERMINATION

Without fanfare, but with unwavering determination in every action, the Prime Minister personally visited many remote and disadvantaged areas – where a decent house remains a luxury. In government meetings and working sessions with each locality, he consistently emphasized that this was a command from the heart, a measure of responsibility and morality in national governance.

What is commendable is that the Prime Minister did not stop at just giving instructions, but directly redesigned the implementation method, mobilized police and military forces, regulated social resources, and especially requested localities to save 5% of their recurrent expenditures to allocate to the program.

These efforts are not aimed at receiving praise, but at providing real homes for the poor. And from there, at earning the lasting trust of the people in the Party and the State.

NEW ROOFS – SYMBOLS OF NEW FAITH

A mother of a fallen soldier in Nghe An said at the handover ceremony for her new house:

"I've lived almost my whole life, but this is the first time I've had a decent home. It's not a dream anymore."

A Hmong girl in Ha Giang burst into tears upon entering her newly built house, because she now had her own "room" to study, something that had seemed so far out of reach.

Each house built represents a rebuilt life. But more importantly, it is a link mended in the relationship between the State and the people – a relationship being restored through concrete actions and genuine affection.

A COMPLETE PACKAGE OF TRUST IN ONE HOME – A MISSION OF THE ENTIRE NATION

Eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses is no longer just a policy, but a collaborative campaign, an act of healing, and a nationwide call to action.

This is not just the government's responsibility. It's a mission for the whole society: every business, every organization, every citizen – whoever can contribute their efforts, resources, or generosity, whatever they have, they contribute. No contribution is too small if it comes from the heart.

And then on September 2nd, 2025, when the whole nation celebrates 80 years of independence, we will not only see the national flag flying high, but also hundreds of thousands of new, spacious homes across the country. These are the homes of the people, built with faith, unity, and the aspiration to leave no one behind.

According to baochinhphu.vn

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