By Marvin Cato | HGP Nightly News|
Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill has raised safety and traffic management concerns following a high-level meeting and on-site inspection of the ongoing Good Success–Timehri road construction project.
The minister met with the contractor, supervisory consultant, technical staff, and representatives of the Guyana Police Force to review progress and address challenges along the corridor. Among the immediate issues identified was the presence of billboards obstructing motorists’ visibility, particularly around bends, which Edghill described as a serious road safety risk.
While acknowledging progress on the project, the minister highlighted drainage and culvert works as critical components that must be addressed alongside the road expansion. He noted that such infrastructure is essential to the roadway’s long-term durability and safety, especially as construction activities intensify.
Edghill also highlighted anticipated challenges linked to the upcoming construction of an expanded roundabout at the Soesdyke-Linden Junction, cautioning that careful planning and coordination will be required to minimize disruption.
Since construction began, commuters have complained about poor traffic management along the route, citing long delays that have reportedly led to missed flights and airline disruptions for passengers travelling to and from the airport. However, the minister noted that traffic conditions have improved markedly following direct intervention at the highest level of government, which led to stricter oversight of contractors’ traffic-control measures.
The minister also addressed the status of CCTV cameras along the corridor, welcoming progress toward full operational status. He said the cameras will play a key role in monitoring activity in the area, deterring misconduct, and improving overall traffic and security management.
The Good Success–Timehri road project remains a key national infrastructure initiative, aimed at improving connectivity, reducing travel time, and enhancing safety for commuters and commercial traffic. The Ministry of Public Works has indicated that close monitoring will continue as works advance.
