A Task Force for Papar Dam Community’s Socio-Economic Development (Papar Dam TACSED) has been set up to look into the socio-economic development aspect of villagers potentially affected by construction of a much-needed dam here.
Member of Parliament for Papar Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali said its setting up was decided at a special briefing by the Sabah Water Department on the feasibility of the project here.The Department has appointed a consultant to conduct the preliminary study as a catalyst to prepare recommendations and suggestions for the State Government. Four possible locations in Papar and nearby districts have been identified.
“A fair engagement session with the concerned villagers must be held soonest to listen to what they want and their aspirations including their fear over implementation of the project, as well as getting their input and suggestions,” he said. Armizan assured that the socio-economic development packages for the concerned villagers would not be one-off but comprehensive and long-term to ensure their wellbeing and safety are secured.
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