Lunar New Year in the resettlement village

This spring, hundreds of households in Lao Cai, who once lived in constant fear whenever the torrential rains and strong winds raged, and who had lost everything due to flash floods and landslides, have found peace in their new, spacious homes in resettlement areas thanks to the care and attention of the Party, the State, and the entire society...

Along the winding concrete road leading to the Sai Luong resettlement area in Gia Hoi commune, Lao Cai province, the vibrant colors of peach and plum blossoms have begun to bloom, signaling the arrival of a new spring. In stark contrast to the houses that were buried and devastated by landslides after Typhoon No. 3 in 2024, life is now brimming with vitality in every home and on the faces of the people here.

Overview of the resettlement area in Sai Luong village, Gia Hoi commune.

Recovering after a natural disaster

Going back in time to September 2024, the remnants of Typhoon No. 3 left deep scars on the highland area of ​​Sai Luong village, Gia Hoi commune. The wooden and sturdy brick houses of the Dao ethnic people, scattered on the hillsides, could not withstand the destructive power of nature.

Mr. Ban Phuc Dinh felt relieved after moving to the resettlement area.

Although the house, which is over 100 square meters in size, is not yet completed, Mr. Ban Phuc Dinh's family is feeling reassured about moving in, just in time for the Lunar New Year. He said: "Fortunately, my family discovered that the land behind the house was at risk of landslides, so we moved to a safe place. Afterwards, the old house and livestock sheds were completely buried under the debris."

The story of Mr. Ban Phuc Dinh reflects the common plight of dozens of households in the Sai Luong village area. Having lost their homes and agricultural land, their lives seemed to have reached a dead end. However, with the spirit of "leaving no one behind," the Party committee and authorities at all levels in Lao Cai province quickly stepped in.

The infrastructure system of the Sai Luong Resettlement Area is fully developed.

The Sai Luong resettlement area, covering 3 hectares and providing housing for 39 households requiring urgent relocation, was quickly established. With a total investment of over 11 billion VND, including site preparation for housing and the construction of technical infrastructure such as internal roads, sidewalks, electricity, water supply, drainage systems, wastewater treatment systems, and other supporting facilities, sturdy houses were built in time to welcome residents before Tet (Lunar New Year).

My first Lunar New Year in a safe place.

This spring is more special than ever for the family of Mr. Vang A Chang in Sai Luong village, Mo Vang commune. At the beginning of 2025, after the Sai Luong village resettlement area was constructed, Mr. Chang's family moved to a new home. Having found a safe place, his family built a sturdy and spacious house worth nearly 1 billion VND.

The solidly built house of Mr. Vang A Chang's family in Sai Luong village, Mo Vang commune.

Mr. Vang A Chang said: "Moving to a safe place and building a sturdy house means we don't have to worry about anything anymore. Here, we have electricity and running water, and the roads are convenient, so we feel very secure. This year, my wife and I decided to slaughter a pig and make more rice cakes to invite our relatives and neighbors to celebrate with us."

Mr. Vang A Chang from Sai Luong village, Mo Vang commune, shared his joy at receiving attention from the government.

The resettlement area in Sai Luong village, Mo Vang commune, is meticulously planned with a total investment of over 16 billion VND, including: land for housing 52 households, internal roads, national power grid, and domestic water supply. The rows of houses are arranged scientifically , with a drainage system, a community cultural center, and a playground for children.

The resettlement area in Sai Luong village, Mo Vang commune, is planned and arranged scientifically.

The Tet atmosphere in Sai Luong area, Mo Vang commune, is as vibrant as a festival. Bright red national flags flutter in front of houses. Children, dressed in new brocade clothes, play on the clean concrete yard – something that was once a luxury in the old village, on muddy slopes.

In the resettlement area, children have a place to play.

Settling down to build a stable life, having confidence in the future.

The joy of having a new home is a great motivation, but the challenge of sustainable livelihoods is the key to truly settling down. Understanding this, households lacking land for production are given access to loans to develop livestock farming. In the Sai Luong resettlement area, many barren hills are gradually being covered with cinnamon trees. Many families have started raising chickens and native black pigs on a commercial scale.

The barren hills surrounding the resettlement area are gradually being covered with cinnamon trees.

Mr. Luong Trung Toan, head of Sai Luong village, shared: "The households who have moved here are all feeling secure and happy. For those who still have land, we encourage them to continue working and producing, while for those with less land, we suggest providing them with opportunities to borrow capital to develop livestock farming. Only then can these resettled households feel secure in their lives and work to build a better future."

Residents of the resettlement area are clearing the way to welcome the Lunar New Year of the Year of the Horse.

A new spring has arrived. In sturdy homes built with the solidarity and care of the Party and the State, the people in the resettlement area are continuing to pursue their dreams of a new life of prosperity, happiness, and peace.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/tet-moi-o-ban-lang-tai-dinh-cu-post893905.html