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Pogera-Paiela road upgrade nears completion

Pogera-Paiela road upgrade nears completion

From Post-Courier · () English

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  • The upgrade of the Pogera-Paiela road in Papua New Guinea is nearing completion.
  • The project, initiated by the Pogera Paiela District Development Authority, will improve access for over 20,000 residents in the Paiela-Hewa LLG.
  • This vital road link is expected to enhance access to neglected health and education services in the remote constituency.

The significant upgrade of the Pogera-Paiela road in Papua New Guinea is approaching its final stages, promising to revitalize a crucial transportation link for thousands of residents.

Initiated by the Pogera Paiela District Development Authority (PPDDA), the project focuses on improving road access for more than 20,000 people residing in the Paiela-Hewa Local Level Government (LLG) within the Pogera-Paiela District.

This vital road upgrade connects Pogera to the Kolombi government station in the Paiela-Hewa LLG. Its completion is anticipated to unlock access to essential services, particularly in the areas of health and education, which have been historically underserved in this remote region.

The project underscores the PPDDA's commitment to developing infrastructure that directly benefits the local population and addresses long-standing needs in the constituency.

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