Dang Long village of the Dao ethnic people in Hung Son commune of Kim Boi district has seen remarkable changes. Solid concrete roads now connect the area, flanked by lush pomelo orchards. The lives of the Dao people have significantly improved.
Residents of Dang Long village, Hung Son commune, Kim Boi district shift to new crops, cultivating Dien pomelo with high economic returns.
According to head of Dang Long village Duong Van Minh, a 2.8km inter-communal road linking Dang Long to Vai Dao was constructed in late 2023 with state funding. To support the project, 11 households voluntarily donated over 900 sq.m of land, while villagers contributed labour and funds to upgrading branch roads.
In 2024, residents also raised over 100 million VND (over 3,900 USD) to expand a 1km road leading to Thung Chua, once a narrow trail accessible only on foot or by packhorse. The improved infrastructure has brought prosperity, with many households building new homes and acquiring modern amenities such as televisions, motorcycles, and even cars.
With better roads and electricity access, the life of local people has been improved. Residents have shifted to more profitable crops and livestock, cultivating economic staples while also experimenting with high-value fruits such as oranges and pomelos. Currently, the village comprises 63 households with over 930 residents, many of whom have embraced commercial forestry and livestock farming. Their efforts have paid off, with average annual incomes surpassing 30 million VND in 2024 and the poverty rate dropping to 20%. As economic conditions have improved, cultural traditions are being revived and preserved.
Secretary of the Dang Long Party Cell Ly Van Son highlighted the village's commitment to maintaining Dao heritage through festivals, traditional attire, language, and folk belief. In late 2024, the Party Cell admitted two new members, bringing its total membership to 14. All of its members have upheld their sense of responsibility, set good examples and led in all activities.
Despite lingering challenges, the Dao community remains committed to well observing the Party's policies and the State's laws, fostering a civilised lifestyle while eliminating outdated customs. During Tet, families gather to celebrate, reinforcing bonds within the village and preserving their rich cultural identity.
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The flower and ornamental plant market for the Lunar New Year (Tet) festival across Hoa Binh province is becoming more vibrant.
On January 18th, the Ministry of Education and Training announced the results of the national exam for excellent students in 2024-2025 school year of 2024-2025.
In the afternoon of January 15th, at the Industrial Park of the Left Bank of Da River, the Trade Union of the Provincial Industrial Parks organized the program "Reunion Tet – the Spring Being Grateful to the Party” in 2025.
On January 9th, the Department of Education and Training held a conference to summarize the school year of 2024, reviewing the semester I and deploy tasks for 2025, semester II of the 2024-2025 school year. There was the attendance of Mr. Nguyen Van Chuong, the Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee.
In the spirit of mutual support, charitable groups and donors in and outside Hoa Binh province have come together and joined hands with local authorities and organisations to hold meaningful, humanitarian activities for the poor, vulnerable, and those in need, spreading love and kindness from the "golden hearts" in the community.
