Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the hon. Member that the jetty located at Mahebourg Waterfront is owned by Landscope Mauritius Ltd. and is managed and maintained by the District Council of Grand Port, given that the esplanade and its auxiliaries, of approximate extent of 5 arpents, have been vested into the then Ministry of Local Government and Outer Islands.

41 Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with regard to part (a) of the question, the steel jetty has been closed for a considerable period of time due to its deteriorated and unsafe condition. The District Council of Grand Port has proposed its permanent replacement using reinforced concrete substructure, which will cost significantly less compared to the alternative of rust- resistant inox materials. The estimated cost for this replacement project is approximately Rs25 million. We will liaise with the Ministry of Environment to obtain the necessary clearance for this proposed reinforced concrete replacement in line with the prevailing regulatory requirements. As regards to part (b) of the question, I wish to reassure the House that temporary in- house safety measures were immediately implemented by the District Council to protect pedestrians from any hazard. These measures include the placement of bollards, galvanized pipes and chains along the esplanade to prevent trespassing by motorcycles and to ensure the walking space for public use. I am further informed that these works started on 01 July 2025 and are expected to be completed by the end of July 2025, covering a length of approximately 50 metres. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, as for the permanent works, the implementation of security features across the reserved walking space, which includes the maintenance of paving bricks and alleys, lighting, metal structures and handrails, drains and footpaths, has been estimated at Rs10 million. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, it is regrettable that despite a request for financial clearance submitted as far back as March 2023, no concrete action has been taken by the previous government to resolve this matter. Our government is committed to deliver practical, sustainable and timely solutions. We will ensure that the renovation and security improvements at Mahebourg Waterfront are carried out efficiently for the safety, comfort and benefit of the public. Thank you.

Yes, hon. Member!

Thank you, Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir. Can I know from the hon. Minister, with regard to the steel jetty, when will the works start?

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Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I already mentioned that an estimated cost for this replacement project is approximately Rs25 million. So, we are liaising with the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change to have the clearance and then we can start. BEAU PLAN – MORCELLEMENT LE HAMEAU – EIA LICENCES