Ninh Binh to invest 1.3 trillion VND in Hoang Long River dike upgrades

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has approved an investment plan to renovate and upgrade approximately 42 km of the left and right banks of the Hoang Long River in Ninh Binh province. The project, titled “Renovation and upgrade of the left and right Hoang Long river dikes and flood prevention works towards eliminating division and slowing floods,” has an estimated total investment of 1,365 billion VND.

The project will cover 24 km of the left dike and 18 km of the right dike. In addition to the dike upgrades, the plan includes the construction of protective embankments, sluices, and auxiliary works to enhance flood resistance.

Managed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development using state budget funds for the 2026–2030 period, the project is classified as Group B. The Investment and Construction Management Board of Hydraulic Engineering 1 will serve as the investor. The implementation period is expected to last four years, with a goal of completion before 2030.