Opposition MP Viam Pillay is calling on Government to step up its response to the flooding affecting communities across the Western Division.
Mr Pillay said the current situation has left many villages and settlements in a difficult position, arguing that the response on the ground does not reflect the urgency of the crisis.
“We in the Opposition are calling on the relevant Ministries and authorities to move immediately. It is not enough to monitor from a distance while villages and settlements are cut off,” he said.
He stressed that assistance must reach communities facing rising waters, blocked roads and damaged infrastructure without further delay.
“Our people are facing serious disruptions, damaged crossings, roads covered in debris, and critical water cuts due to broken pipes. The Government should already be on the ground with the necessary machinery and personnel to clear access and restore essential services,” Mr Pillay said.
He added that families, farmers and businesses remain heavily impacted by the disruption.
“Families cannot get back to their normal lives, farmers cannot tend to their crops, and businesses cannot reopen until this infrastructure is back online.”
Mr Pillay urged authorities to act swiftly to restore access and essential services in the flood-affected areas of the West.
