In the journey to create a streamlined, modern and effective administration, there are contents that seem purely technical in terms of organizational structure, but touch the deepest layers of culture, memory and community sentiment. Renaming communes and wards after the merger is such a task - where each citizen not only has the right, but also the responsibility to entrust their pride, cultural roots and aspirations for development.
Land name - the place to engrave memories of homeland
Village and commune names have long been more than just administrative designations. They are places where ancestors’ footsteps are imprinted, where sacred memories are preserved, the glue that binds the community, and the honorable introduction of each land to the future.
Hai Duong - the land of "geomancy and talent", is one of the provinces with the richest cultural traditions in the country. From Ninh Giang - the place associated with the merits of Khuc Thua Du, the person who started the period of national autonomy; to Chi Linh - where Nguyen Trai once lived in seclusion, leaving behind the ideological legacy of "humanity overcoming cruelty"; from Cam Giang - the hometown of Zen master Tue Tinh, the founder of Nam Duoc, to Mao Dien Temple of Literature - the place honoring hundreds of talented people of Vietnam... Each place name is a layer of cultural sediment, a symbol of longevity.
It is no coincidence that there is a folk saying: “As long as the village name remains, the village remains”. A name seems small but it is like the cultural identity of an entire community. A commune or ward, when it has the right name, has the soul of the land and the love of the people.
New name is the identifier for the future
Naming new communes and wards after the merger, from an administrative perspective, is an inevitable step in the organizational structure. But from a cultural perspective, it is a spiritual re-identification of a land.
In the previous round of comments, some technical names such as “Tu Ky 1”, “Gia Loc 3”, “Thanh Ha 4”... although convenient for zoning, have revealed limitations: they do not reflect identity, do not evoke memories or emotions of the people. The lack of emotional attachment is a major obstacle to forming consensus and long-term stability.
A name is not just for management, but must be able to nurture pride, connect tradition and guide the future. Losing a name rich in cultural value is like losing the thread that connects people to their homeland in the subconscious.
Gratitude for the past - Sowing the seeds for the future
Each traditional name retained, or a new name carefully chosen, is a way to pay tribute to the past, to the generations who have preserved the land, built the identity and nurtured the spirit of the land.
A ward named after Nguyen Trai is not only a tribute to the great intellect, but also a reminder of integrity and humanity. A commune named after Chu Van An is a place for future generations to rekindle the integrity and spirit of serviceto education of the ancient Teacher.
The names written in history, chosen by the people will live forever as a promise of today's generation to future generations.
Respect diverse opinions, decide with courage and vision
In the process of collecting public opinions, having many different opinions is normal, a sign of a democratic, dynamic and responsible society. However, in this diversity, the role of Party committees and authorities is to clearly demonstrate their mettle, intelligence and overall view.
The Standing Committee of Hai Duong Provincial Party Committee determined that the names of new communes and wards cannot be just a matter of arithmetic. Each name must be in harmony with cultural depth, local traditions, community sentiment and feasibility in state management.
Therefore, this second round of consultation is not just a formality but a profound contact between the government and the people. Each contribution is respectfully listened to, each plan is carefully evaluated. The ultimate goal is to achieve the highest social consensus on the solid foundation of reason and the people's hearts.
Of course, there cannot be enough names of famous people, names of typical cultural and historical places to satisfy all commune and ward names. Moreover, many communes and wards of Hai Duong also have historical and cultural similarities with Hai Phong but cannot have the same name when merging. In the context of the urgent revolution of streamlining the apparatus, it is necessary to be decisive in the spirit of choosing the most suitable name, which is supported by the majority of the people.
Today's name - tomorrow's legacy
A name, if chosen correctly, will become a living symbol, spreading through every story, leaving its mark on every road, and present in every cultural and historical event of the locality.
Imagine: an OCOP product named Phuong Hoang, a festival associated with Mao Dien Temple of Literature, or a tour through Dong Giao and Xuan Neo craft villages... All will carry cultural depth, create a distinct mark, promote the local economy in a sustainable and proud way.
A name with soul and memory will become a valuable "soft asset" for the homeland, a unique cultural brand among many regions of the country.
Call the right name of the hometown
Hai Duong is a land that values morality, respects letters, and respects traditions. In the journey of renaming the hometown, trust is placed in the people, in the love of the country, in the delicacy and responsibility of each person in the East.
Let's choose worthy names together, not just to call, but to remember, to love, to be proud of. We should avoid localism and jealousy when choosing a name for the new commune. No matter how good a plan is, it cannot satisfy everyone. When choosing names that satisfy the people, they will not fade with time, not fade with the world, but will live with the generation, giving strength to the future.
The name of the homeland, if written in history and kept in the hearts of the people, will live forever as a sacred greeting between heaven and earth, a smoldering but never extinguished flame in the hearts of the children of Vietnam.
MINH HAISource: https://baohaiduong.vn/ten-goi-que-huong-viet-bang-lich-su-giu-bang-long-dan-410101.html
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