People are busy cleaning up the environment after the floodwaters recede.

Working together with the people to overcome the problem.

Hai Cat residential area in Kim Long ward was one of the areas most severely affected by the recent floods. The area has over 320 households, with more than 70% experiencing deep flooding. When the water receded, the village roads were covered in mud, and garbage piled up everywhere. At that time, the Hai Cat village roads were bustling with the sounds of brooms and shovels.

While shoveling mud in his yard, Mr. Tran Van Thu said, "The mud is still covering the gate; we have to clean it quickly, otherwise, when the sun comes out, it will harden and become impossible to clean." After cleaning his own house, Mr. Thu and many other households went to help their neighbors.

In the days following the flood, the Kim Long ward authorities dispatched forces to each residential area to inspect and assess the damage. Residential area leaders, the Fatherland Front Committee, and other organizations coordinated efforts to review and assist residents in cleaning up. Mr. Tran Quang Quoc, head of the Hai Cat residential area, said: “As soon as the water receded, we mobilized residents to clean up. The whole group worked together, without waiting for instructions. If we were slow, the mud would build up again, and we would be helpless.”

Not only in Kim Long, but almost all wards and communes of Hue City witnessed the smooth coordination between the government, the Fatherland Front, and mass organizations during the recent floods. From relocating residents and ensuring school safety to repairing infrastructure and cleaning up the environment, each task was assigned clear responsibilities. The model of local government (DP2C) was thus put to the test in practice and demonstrated high levels of proactiveness and flexibility.

In An Cuu ward, which has many low-lying areas, the Chairwoman of the People's Committee, Hoang Thi Nhu Thanh, recounted: "When the water rose, we proactively reported it and activated the response plan. Militia, police, and youth union members immediately got involved, relocating dozens of households to safe places."

According to Ms. Thanh, thanks to clear decentralization and delegation of power, along with the application of digital infrastructure, local governments have become much more proactive. "Previously, everything required seeking approval; now, they are given the authority to handle situations on the spot. People see officials closer to them, reacting more quickly, and there's no longer the waiting or shifting of blame," Ms. Thanh said.

The resilience of the government

The entire political system is involved in restoring and stabilizing production after the floods. The cohesion of local authorities helps people clearly feel the changes in governance and services.

Mr. Tran Quang Tien (Kim Long ward) shared: “When the water started rising, I received warning messages from the authorities via Zalo and Facebook. A few years ago, we were caught off guard, but now everyone is proactively moving their belongings and preparing. Ward officials even went to each house to check on us and helped those living alone move very promptly.”

According to Mr. Tien, what is valuable is that people now clearly feel the presence of the government, not only during emergencies but also during post-disaster recovery. "The way the government works—close to the people, quick, and clear—makes everyone trust and willing to cooperate," Mr. Tien said.

According to Phan Thien Dinh, former Deputy Secretary of the Hue City Party Committee and former Chairman of the Hue City People's Committee, the recent floods were a "natural test" for the local government apparatus. It tested not only their disaster response capabilities but also their coordination, management skills, and spirit of service to the people.

From the Intelligent Urban Monitoring and Management Center (IOC), all data on flooded areas, affected residents, and relief needs are quickly updated on the Hue-S platform. Local officials can send images and videos to the city for immediate guidance. Immediately after the floods, city leaders directed each ward to assess the damage, clean up the environment, and support residents in restoring production. The "Green Sunday" movement was relaunched, mobilizing thousands of officials, union members, and students to clean up the streets.

“This unity is a vivid testament to the strength of the political system when acting together for the people,” said former Chairman of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thien Dinh. He also emphasized: “Although there are still some difficulties, the sense of responsibility of the local government is evident. The natural disaster has shown the practical capacity at the grassroots level. What is particularly commendable is the proactive, flexible, and creative approach at the ward and commune levels – where they have direct contact with the people,” Mr. Dinh shared.

Tho Hieu

Source: https://huengaynay.vn/chinh-polit-xa-hoi/trach-nhiem-cao-hieu-qua-lon-160166.html