Priya Manickchand
Priya Manickchand is the Minister of Education in Guyana, who has faced criticism for the lack of response regarding the violent assault of student Kelvin Fraser, despite multiple attempts by the media to obtain updates on the situation.
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Mayor Romascindo-Hussain dispatched a formal letter to the Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand.
Mahdia Mayor, Deputy rescinded January resignations
Guyana· 2026-03-06
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand is absolutely correct regarding the ongoing leadership stalemate in Region 10.
It would appear that Freedom House and Congress Place are working in tandem to frustrate WIN in Region 10 leadership impasseGuyana· 2026-03-03
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand laid out a spending roadmap for Guyana’s communities.
Each NDC to get $30m, $50m to each municipality – ManickchandGuyana· 2026-02-20Priya Manickchand visited the East Ruimveldt Market to address vendors' concerns about poor infrastructure.
East Ruimveldt Market vendors cite poor infrastructure during Manickchand visitGuyana· 2026-02-20Minister Priya Manickchand’s recent performance regarding the Region 10 leadership impasse is a textbook study in the 'ugly' side of governance.
Further erosion of government’s democratic credentials in Region Ten’s RDC impasseGuyana· 2026-02-18
Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand rejected the premise that she should intervene in ensuring the Regional Executive Officer of Region 10 tends to administrative matters.
Manickchand rejects view she could intervene with Region 10 REOGuyana· 2026-02-18
Priya Manickchand is the Minister of Local Government and Regional Development who hosted consultations in Region Five.
Controversial former minister Dharamlall appears to hold Ministry of Public Service postGuyana· 2026-02-16
Priya Manickchand addressed questions raised by APNU Member of Parliament Vinceroy Jordan regarding performance indicators related to land development.
55,000 acres of agri land projected to be ‘opened in Region Five - ManickchandGuyana· 2026-02-13
Priya Manickchand is the Local Government Minister who announced the deployment of new school buses for students.
Four new buses for Linden-Soesdyke Highway students - ManickchandGuyana· 2026-02-13Priya Manickchand announced the increase in stipends for members of Neighbourhood Democratic Councils and Regional Democratic Councils.
Increased stipends agreed for NDCs, RDCs - ManickchandGuyana· 2026-02-13Priya Manickchand is the Minister of Local Government and Regional Development who disclosed the budget for rehabilitation works at Stabroek Market.
$2B earmarked for Stabroek Market, Bourda Green - ManickchandGuyana· 2026-02-13
Priya Manickchand is mentioned as the Minister of Local Government who would be proud of the author's efforts in keeping the community clean.
Citizens must speak up when they see people litteringGuyana· 2026-02-08
Former Education Minister Priya Manickchand rose on a point of order, citing improper motives and offensive language.
Speaker intervenes after WIN MP Singh targets Education Minister in budget debateGuyana· 2026-02-05
They have written to Minister of Local Government Priya Manickchand, adverting to the consequences of delay.
Region Ten - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-02-01
Priya Manickchand had made some attempts to address bullying but ultimately failed.
Drastic action needed on bullyingGuyana· 2026-01-30
Sharing the stage with Minister of Local Government, Priya Manickchand.
Parliament, finally - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-01-26
Priya Manickchand is noted as Sonia Parag's predecessor who warned contractors against delays in the school construction.
Only teaching block complete as Hosororo Secondary starts phased intakeGuyana· 2026-01-26
Priya Manickchand delivered an infamous blast at a farewell party in 2014.
Another farewell party, another PPP walkoutGuyana· 2026-01-25
The consultations were hosted by Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand.
Controversial former minister Dharamlall re-emerges at gov’t consultationsGuyana· 2026-01-25Ms. Priya Manickchand, at an official function hosted by the outgoing United States Ambassador, blurred the line between diplomacy and partisan hostility.
Relieved at the intent to elect the LOO, but less so the conduct of the Speaker and wider PPP/C governmentGuyana· 2026-01-22
Minister Priya Manickchand is urged to instruct REO Dwight John to resolve the deadlock.
Region 10 REO must be directed to fulfil his obligationGuyana· 2026-01-22
The suggestion that problems decades in the making can be resolved within a single year under Ms. Priya Manickchand strains credibility.
Georgetown needs honesty about past shortcomings and practical reforms that empower City Hall to function effectivelyGuyana· 2026-01-22
Priya Manickchand attended a community outreach in Canal Number 2 regarding water quality issues.
GWI resolves customer issues in Canal No 2, Belle WestGuyana· 2026-01-21
Priya Manickchand announced that central government will move ahead with 'serious action' to restore cleanliness and public health in the city.
Gov’t to take 'serious action’ to restore city - ManickchandGuyana· 2026-01-20
Priya Manickchand is the Minister of Local Government who expressed deep concern about the state of Georgetown.
Mayor, councillors and Manickchand discuss state of GeorgetownGuyana· 2026-01-19Former Minister of Education Priya Manickchand stressed the need for timely completion of the project.
APNU, WIN concerned at state of Tabatinga Secondary worksGuyana· 2026-01-19
Priya Manickchand is mentioned as the Minister who responded to a letter and clarified issues raised.
The minister and I do have many things in commonGuyana· 2025-12-25
Priya Manickchand is responding to Pushpa Jagnandan's letter regarding her comments on art and children's behavior.
My commentary was made prior to the dancing children video and therefore should not be linked to sameGuyana· 2025-12-18Priya Manickchand is the Minister of Local Government and Regional Development who disavowed responsibility for the council matter.
Defiance of democracy - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-12-16
Mrs. Priya Manickchand remains one of the best Education Ministers Guyana has had in recent times.
Limits and boundaries do exist within the art formsGuyana· 2025-12-15