Fundraising launched for natural disaster relief in Son La

The Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee, and Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Chieng Mai commune on July 30 launched a fundraising campaign to support recovery efforts following recent floods in Son La province.

Nguyen Thai Hung, member of the Standing Board of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Council, attended the event, along with leaders of some provincial departments and agencies.

At the fundraising event. 

Responding to the call from the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Son La province, Chieng Mai commune has rallied support from local officials, civil servants, and armed forces to aid those affected by floods between July 19 and 27. Embracing the spirit of solidarity and mutual support, the campaign seeks to share responsibility and compassion with disaster-hit communities, helping flood victims soon stabilise their lives.

Local officials make donations in support of disaster-hit residents.

At the launch ceremony, the Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee, and Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Chieng Mai received 17.6 million VND (171.76 USD) in donations from local officials, civil servants, workers, and armed forces. The entire amount will be transferred to Chieng So commune to support households affected by the recent floods.

The same day, the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of To Hieu ward launched a similar campaign. Local officials, public employees, workers, and armed forces contributed over 50 million VND during the event.

To Hieu ward’s leaders make donations for natural disaster victims.

All proceeds will be used to provide one tonne of rice to Muong Lam commune and 100 essential aid packages, each worth 250,000 VND, to Chieng So commune, supporting households affected by the recent floods and helping them stabilise their lives.

Police officers of To Hieu ward donate money to support residents affected by recent floods.

Comment

You have 500/500 characters left

Please enter 5 or more characters!!!

Maybe you are interested

Recent news

  • 'Permanent members of 16th provincial People’s Council meet

    Permanent members of 16th provincial People’s Council meet

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Standing Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People's Council Lo Minh Hung on September 14 chaired the 11th meeting of the permanent members of the 16th provincial People's Council for the 2026-2031 tenure to consider and decide on several matters within their authority.
  • 'Efforts stepped up to bring Chieng Khoong and Muong Hung boarding schools into service

    Efforts stepped up to bring Chieng Khoong and Muong Hung boarding schools into service

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    A provincial delegation led by Cha A Cua, Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, on September 10 inspected the construction progress of the Primary and Secondary Boarding Schools in Muong Hung and Chieng Khoong communes. The delegation included Ha Trung Chien, Member of the provincial Party Committee’s Standing Board and Standing Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, as well as leaders of provincial departments and agencies, representatives of the project investors and contractors.
  • 'Provincial leader urges effectively carrying out site clearance for CT03 project in Mai Son, Chieng Mung communes

    Provincial leader urges effectively carrying out site clearance for CT03 project in Mai Son, Chieng Mung communes

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Standing Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Council Lo Minh Hung on September 9 met with the Standing Boards of the Party Committees of Mai Son and Chieng Mung communes to discuss preparations for the implementation of the Moc Chau-Son La-Dien Bien Expressway project (CT03) in Son La province. Accompanying him were Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Minh Tien and Director of the provincial Department of Construction Dao Tai Tue, among others.
  • ' Ethnic cuisine adds to Son La’s tourism appeal

    Ethnic cuisine adds to Son La’s tourism appeal

    TOURISM -
    Son La’s tourism appeal is rooted in its diverse and distinctive cuisine, featuring a wide range of ethnic specialties and locally sourced ingredients to cater to different tastes. To ensure each dish delivers a complete dining experience, local authorities and food service providers are stepping up efforts to improve service quality and tighten food safety and hygiene procedures.
  • 'Son La improves transport infrastructure management

    Son La improves transport infrastructure management

    SOCIETY -
    As a mountainous province with challenging terrain, Son La has many roads that are frequently affected by floods and landslides. Some roads were built many years ago, while rising traffic volumes have accelerated deterioration of road surfaces and infrastructure. Alongside investment in key transport routes, the province is stepping up management and maintenance, addressing locations with potential traffic safety risks, and gradually improving connectivity to ensure safe and uninterrupted travel.
  • 'Tay Bac University kicks off 2026-2027 academic year

    Tay Bac University kicks off 2026-2027 academic year

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    Amid the nationwide "back to school" atmosphere, the Tay Bac University held its opening ceremony for the 2026-2027 academic year on the morning of September 5. The event was attended by Lo Minh Hung, Standing Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People's Council, along with representatives of provincial departments and agencies.
Load more