(VOVWORLD) -Residents of Lang Nu village, Lao Cai province, have moved to a new resettlement area more than three months after devastating flash floods and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi in early September. The new village, located about two km from the old one, gives them hope for a safer future.
 The Cultural House - Community Learning Center of Lang Nu village. Photo: VGP/ Van Hien |
The road to Lang Nu's resettlement area atop Sim Hill is picture-perfect. From the hilltop, endless mountains stretch into the distance, while blooming flowers and vegetable gardens add vibrant colors. At the heart of the area, the national flag and the words “Towards happiness,” are crafted from 6,000 flower stems.
The 40 houses in the resettlement area are traditional Tay stilt houses with a modern touch. Each two-story house covers nearly 100 square meters, with a kitchen at the back. Outside, there are gardens with vegetables, flowers, fruit trees, and shade trees. The resettlement area also includes kindergartens, schools, cultural houses, roads, and electricity and water system to ensure residents have stable, long-term living conditions.
 Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Defense Minister Phan Van Giang, and local authorities hand over land use certificates to families in Lang Nu village. Photo: VOV |
Colonel Nguyen The Luc, Deputy Commander of Corps 12, Defense Ministry, which built the area, shared, "With dedication and teamwork, officers and soldiers worked closely with the Viet Heart Fund, sponsors, and local authorities to tackle challenges from design to construction." Over 350 workers labored in shifts day and night, even in the rain, he added.
In mid-December, families began moving into their new homes with help from authorities and locals. Everyone looks emotional as they are recovering from loss and pain and embrace a new life.
"As I stepped inside, I found the house truly beautiful, built in the authentic Tay style."
"Everyone here is grateful to the Party and State for their support. I will work hard to build a better future."
"I’m very grateful to have received a house in the resettlement area. It’s well built, and I no longer worry about the rain."
 New schools are built in the resettlement are. Photo VGP/Van Hien |
After moving into a new, spacious, and clean house, Mr. Hoang Van Nho is hopeful for a better future. The house is filled with many essential items, some donated by organizations and individuals, while the rest were bought by his family. Now settled, they are looking forward to a Lunar New Year (Tet) celebration.
The government and other donors have given us a lot of support, Nho said, "Now, we have sturdy homes, and we are very grateful. Together, we will preserve our culture, live in harmony, and build a warm, prosperous, and happy community in Lang Nu. We will celebrate this Tet in our new home."
The new look of Lang Nu shows the strong national spirit and solidarity as the entire country came together to help the villagers here overcome their challenges.
Ms. Vu Thi Tu, Party Secretary and Chairwoman of the People's Council of Phuc Khanh commune, Bao Yen district, Lao Cai province, said, “We thank the sponsors of the Lang Nu reconstruction project. The people of Phuc Khanh commune will keep moving forward, overcoming loss and pain, to make Nu village a happier place.”
All hardships and losses are behind, paving the way for a bright future. For every Lang Nu resident, their new, spacious home is a powerful inspiration for a story of revival.