TIRANA, December 12/ATA/ – Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Andis Salla inspected today the works for rehabilitation of the Borsh River in Himara, a project requested by the Himara Municipality and supported by the government, which aims to improve community safety and the long-term protection of cultivated lands.
During the visit, the minister was accompanied by Mayor of Himara Municipality Vangjel Tavo, MP Damian Gjiknuri and Director of the Water Supply and Sewerage Directorate in Fier. The project includes interventions in 570 meters of the riverbed, curbing erosion and protecting 2.7 km² of agricultural land and the surrounding residential areas.
Salla emphasized that the project contributes to community safety and the long-term development of agriculture, being part of the government’s “Agriculture 2030” strategy. He added that the rehabilitation of canals, dams and rivers is essential for reducing flood damage and creating more favorable conditions for agricultural development.
On his part, Mayor Tavo noted that the project was an early request of the community and is now being implemented thanks to the cooperation between the local and central government. The works are ongoing and are expected to be completed according to schedule, bringing sustainable benefits to the area and local agriculture. /e.xh/a.f/r.e/p.s./
