Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has reaffirmed the party’s commitment to building a united, multiracial Guyana, positioning the PPP as the nation’s only truly multi-ethnic political force. As Guyana moves toward the 2025 General and Regional Elections, Jagdeo’s message is clear: the PPP’s vision of inclusivity, development, and unity is central to the country’s progress and stability.
A Legacy of Inclusive Development
Under Jagdeo’s leadership, both as President and now as Vice President, the PPP has pursued policies aimed at fostering national unity and bridging historic ethnic divides. Jagdeo has consistently highlighted the party’s record of delivering transformative projects across all sectors—ranging from infrastructure and housing to education, healthcare, and social welfare—that benefit Guyanese of every background.
In 2024 alone, the PPP government completed thousands of community roads and bridges, expanded major highways, and brought electricity to remote hinterland communities. Investments in education and healthcare have seen the construction of new schools and hospitals, the awarding of tens of thousands of scholarships, and the expansion of telemedicine services. The government’s housing initiatives have provided nearly 38,000 house lots, improving living standards for families across the country. These achievements, Jagdeo argues, are tangible evidence of the PPP’s dedication to uplifting all Guyanese, regardless of ethnicity or region.
Championing Unity and Rejecting Division
Jagdeo has been vocal in urging citizens to reject divisive rhetoric and to judge leaders by their track records. He has characterized the PPP as Guyana’s only multi-ethnic party, committed to representing the nation’s rich diversity. “A united Guyana is the only path forward. Your support will be essential as we continue to build a nation that offers opportunity, unity, and hope for all,” Jagdeo recently stated.
He has also called for accountability and transparency, reminding citizens of the failures of past governments and the importance of learning from history to ensure sustainable governance. For Jagdeo, safeguarding democracy and maintaining justice are non-negotiable principles that underpin Guyana’s future.
Reaching Across Communities
Throughout his career, Jagdeo has made a concerted effort to engage with all of Guyana’s ethnic groups—including Afro-Guyanese, Amerindians, Indo-Guyanese, Chinese, and Portuguese—ensuring that development projects and social programs reach every corner of the country. His administration has been credited with integrating Amerindian communities into the national economy and creating business opportunities for minority groups, further strengthening the nation’s social fabric.
The PPP’s policies have also extended to humanitarian issues, such as the protection of Venezuelan immigrants, reflecting a broader commitment to fairness and compassion.
A Vision for the Future
As Guyana stands at a pivotal moment in its development, Jagdeo’s message is one of optimism and collective responsibility. He has called on all Guyanese to transcend racial and ethnic divisions and to work together for the greater good. The PPP, he insists, remains the driving force behind a united, prosperous, and multiracial Guyana.
With the upcoming elections on the horizon, Jagdeo’s leadership and the PPP’s inclusive agenda are poised to play a decisive role in shaping the nation’s trajectory—one that aspires to “One People, One Nation, One Destiny.”
