The municipality of Tichy, a coastal town in Algeria's Béjaïa province, has launched a series of initiatives aimed at improving its image and infrastructure ahead of the summer season. The efforts include an operation to clean up the town's beaches and destroy makeshift structures that have been blighting the environment. The move follows a meeting between the town's executive committee, technical services, and hygiene department to prepare for the upcoming season.
The town has also acquired new equipment to support its cleanliness efforts, including a school bus, a waste collection truck, and a repaired tanker truck. The equipment was provided by the mixed commission (Apw - wilaya) as part of the FCCL program, which has addressed concerns raised by the municipality and its citizens. The new equipment is expected to enhance the town's ability to collect waste and maintain its infrastructure.
Despite these efforts, residents and professionals in Tichy have expressed concerns about the behavior of tourists and the state of the town's beaches. They cite issues such as litter, over-commercialization, and abusive parking practices. These problems have become a recurring theme during the summer season, with many citizens feeling that the town's authorities have not done enough to address them.
The town's mayor, Hamid Aissani, has previously announced plans to clean up the beaches and improve waste collection services. However, many residents remain skeptical about the effectiveness of these initiatives. The town's authorities have also established a new Conseil communal des jeunes (CCJ), which aims to support the town's elected officials and youth organizations in their efforts to revitalize Tichy.
In a related development, the Direction de la jeunesse et des sports de la wilaya de Béjaïa has organized a beach clean-up event scheduled for June 15. The event will bring together young people from across the province to clean up the coastlines and raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment.
The town's authorities are under pressure to deliver on their promises and make Tichy a more attractive destination for tourists. With the summer season fast approaching, residents and visitors will be watching closely to see if the town can overcome its long-standing challenges and live up to its former glory.
The success of Tichy's summer season will depend on the effectiveness of its authorities in addressing the town's deep-seated problems. With the new equipment and initiatives in place, the town has a chance to make a positive impression on visitors and set itself on a path towards recovery.
Key points
- The municipality of Tichy has acquired new equipment, including a school bus and waste collection truck, to support its cleanliness efforts ahead of the summer season.
