…park will boost community well-being, social interaction
The newly commissioned Diamond Recreational Park is expected to play a major role in enhancing the physical, mental, and social well-being of more than 40,000 residents living in the Grove/Diamond community.
Speaking at the park’s opening ceremony, First Lady Her Excellency Arya Ali said the development was a priority under the National Beautification Project, which aims to create inclusive and accessible public spaces that improve the quality of life for citizens.
She noted that green spaces offer significant benefits and support holistic community development.
“Parents can know that their children will be laughing and playing in a safe and secure environment”, the first lady said.
She also said it is her intention for the park to become a hub for cultural exchange, physical activity and social interaction, while providing a safe and secure environment where children can play, and families can gather.
“This park is now yours. Its future rests not only in government investment, but also in the hands of the community it was built to serve”, First Lady Ali said.
The modern facility includes children’s play areas, a multi-purpose court, outdoor gym, gazebos, walking paths, seating areas, lighting and vending kiosks.
Additionally, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill, said the park represents the government’s people-centred approach to development and demonstrates that investments are being made in communities across Guyana, not only in urban centres.
“This will be contributing not just to the beautification of Guyana, but to promote health, wellness, community engagement, social cohesion, a place of interaction and uplifting the pride and dignity of all Guyanese”, Minister Edghill said.
He revealed that more than 2,000 truckloads of mud, garbage and debris were removed from the site, transforming a former dumpsite into one of the country’s largest recreational spaces.
The minister added that the project also created opportunities for small local contractors to contribute to national development.
Residents were also encouraged to take ownership of the facility and help maintain it, ensuring the park remains a source of pride, recreation and community engagement. [Department of Public Information]
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