Africazine:
Ho Chi Minh City is advancing the Ben Thanh–Can Gio railway project with a focus on safety and community rights.
The Vice Chairman has mandated measures to identify affected areas and ensure the safety of residents during underground construction. Vinspeed, the project investor, is tasked with establishing these measures and compensating for any losses incurred during the construction process.
Ho Chi Minh City Ensures Safety in Railway Project
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has signed Document No. 7252/UBND-DT, which outlines the requirements for the Ben Thanh–Can Gio railway project. This includes identifying areas impacted by underground construction to protect the rights of residents and organizations.
Vinspeed is responsible for implementing safety measures that detail affected areas and danger zones for each phase of construction. These plans must be based on technical documents, GIS maps, and VN-2000 coordinates, prepared by qualified consultants and reviewed by relevant authorities.
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- Document No. 7252/UBND-DT
Community Impact and Compensation Measures
Before construction begins, all properties in the affected areas must undergo thorough inspections, including surveys and photographic documentation. These records will be certified by property owners and local authorities, serving as a basis for addressing complaints and compensation.
Vinspeed is obligated to fully compensate for all lawful losses arising from the construction, including costs for temporary accommodation and business interruptions. The city has also assigned the Management Authority for Urban Railways to coordinate with local wards to prepare condition records.
Next Steps for the Railway Project
- Establish a focal point and hotline for resident feedback.
- Conduct inventories of existing conditions in affected areas.
- Inspect construction safety measures outside the construction site.
- Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve compensation and planning issues.
Ho Chi Minh City is prioritizing safety and community rights in the Ben Thanh–Can Gio railway project.
