On the morning of 22/9, Ho Chi Minh City People's Council approved four state-funded projects to upgrade the southern bank of Doi Canal in District 8. The total investment is approximately 49 trillion VND, with over 39.8 trillion VND, or 81%, allocated for compensation, support, and resettlement costs.

These projects are expected to reclaim about 49.2 ha of land, affecting 7,161 households. Of these, 5,807 households will face full clearance, while the remainder will be partially cleared. The city aims to resettle residents in new areas with improved living conditions.

The four projects are divided into segments along the canal. The Rach Ong Bridge - Mat Bridge segment, measuring 1.2 km, requires an investment of approximately 6.87 trillion VND and involves the relocation of 860 households. The Mat Bridge - Hiep An Bridge segment, spanning 2.1 km, is the largest in terms of relocation, affecting 2,042 households with an estimated capital of 13.608 trillion VND.

The Hiep An Bridge - Ba Tang Bridge segment is 2.6 km long, with an estimated investment of 10.634 trillion VND and the relocation of 1,278 households. The final segment, from Ba Tang Bridge to the end of the Doi Canal's southern bank, stretches 2.9 km, requiring approximately 17.903 trillion VND and relocating 1,627 households.

The northern bank of Doi Canal (left) has been cleared, and the southern bank will soon undergo renovation. Photo: Quynh Tran

After land clearance, the city plans to construct embankments along the 8.8 km canal bank and expand Pham The Hien street to 30 m. The projects also include investments in Mat Bridge, Hiep An Bridge, Ba Tang Bridge, and D7 and D8 roads, depending on the segment.

The entire route will feature a synchronized system for rainwater and wastewater drainage, utility trenches, and lighting. Green spaces, parks, and waterside sports areas will also be developed.

According to city authorities, these projects aim to improve water quality, prevent erosion, enhance drainage capacity, and complete the transportation infrastructure. The upgraded canal-side areas are also envisioned to support waterway transportation and tourism.

Under the plan, investment preparation, compensation, and resettlement will be carried out in the first two years. From 2028 to 2030, the city will continue land clearance and construction, with projects expected to be completed between 2031 and 2032, depending on the segment.

Doi Canal divides District 8 into northern and southern bank areas. On the northern bank, the city is implementing a renovation project spanning approximately 4.3 km through Chanh Hung and Phu Dinh wards, with a total capital exceeding 7.3 trillion VND. Over 1,600 houses have already been cleared, and several sections of embankments and bridges are under construction.

Le Tuyet