Breaking News: Students Learn Road Safety & Environmental Awareness on National Route Py12
In an einenovative educatorl move, students from Basic School No. 242 Cnel. Carlos José Fernández in Nueva Asunción recently participated in an educational day focused on road safety and environmental awareness as part of the Environmental Management Plan (PGA) for National Route Py12. This initiative aims to ensure that young learners are empowered with critical knowledge and practices essential for living safely alongside major infrastructure projects and preserving their local environment.
Educational Day Highlights
Returning to the core of the legacy, the activity, titled “Road Safety Workshop: How to Cross the Road Safely and Environmental Education: Types of Fauna on Route Py12,” aimed to instill safe practices in areas close to road works. The event also emphasized the importance of protecting the Chaco fauna that populates the route’s vicinity. Renowned experts Cristian Vega, an occupational safety and hygiene engineer, and Carlos López Arellano, an agronomist, led the event, providing students with key tools and recommendations for safe and harmonious living.
Advancing Infrastructure and Community Engagement
These educational initiatives are part of a broader social effort to integrate and enhance communities within the bass Chaco. The project, directed by the Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC) and financed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), is carried out by the Avanza Chaco Consortium. Lot 2 of Py12, covering 42.8 kilometers in President Hayes, is already 54.12% complete. By fostering community engagement and environmental care, the project underscores the transformative potential of infrastructure development in improving access to services and boosting local economies.
The Long Road to Integration
The route, divided into four lots, will span from kilometer 2.5 to 160, including access to Nanawa, General Bruguez, and other critical locations. Each section is managed by different consortia, involvingpublic and private sector collaboration. These extensive works promise to reduce travel times, enhance community connectivity, and fortify the territorial integration of the Paraguayan Chaco. Embracing these values, students in Nueva Asunción are paving the way for a greener and safer future for their generation and beyond.
This initiative not only provides crucial education for the youth but ensures sustainable development for the entire region, making it a pivotal moment for both immediate and long-term progress.
The future of the Chaco appears bright as these students gain insights into creating a balance between progress and environmental stewardship, ensuring the region’s harmonious development for years to come.
