Fresh asphalt and many questions for Vučić in Sinkovci: 'We will pave it, we won't sweep it under the rug'
Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić opened a 3.9-kilometer road between Gornje and Donje Sinkovce near Leskovac as part of his campaign tour.
- He also visited a mobile clinic and spoke with residents, while independent media N1 reported on preparations and residents' concerns.
- Vučić reiterated a reward offer for anyone finding a pothole on Serbian highways, asserting no such defects exist.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić continued his pre-election tour by inaugurating a 3.9-kilometer road connecting the villages of Gornje and Donje Sinkovce near Leskovac. The president also toured a mobile clinic and engaged with local residents during the event.
Independent media outlet N1 was present in Sinkovci, documenting the final preparations for Vučić's arrival and capturing residents' unmet needs. The report highlighted attempts by individuals denied access to the president's security perimeter to pose questions.
During his address, Vučić discussed road construction, recalling his offer of a substantial private reward for anyone who could identify a pothole on any Serbian highway or express road. "You will receive a high monetary reward. Not from state funds, but privately. There isn't a single pothole on any highway, on any express road," the president stated.
He did not specify the procedure for citizens to report potential road defects. The visit also touched upon the protocol for the President of Albania's visit to Bujanovac, with Vučić confirming all necessary permits were obtained from Belgrade.
You will receive a high monetary reward. Not from state funds, but privately. There isn't a single pothole on any highway, on any express road.
Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.