Christopher Ram expressed mixed feelings regarding the recent inauguration of the Guyana Association of Retired Persons (GARP) at the Georgetown Club. While the author acknowledges the potential value of this new organization, he criticized the ostentatious nature of the launch event. The use of formal attire, gifts, and a red-carpet atmosphere stood in stark contrast to the daily realities faced by many elderly citizens in the country. According to the commentary, numerous pensioners continue to grapple with insufficient financial resources and significant bureaucratic hurdles when attempting to access their entitled benefits. The author suggests that the resources allocated to such a lavish ceremony could have been better utilized to address the urgent needs of the vulnerable population the association aims to represent, marking the debut as a missed opportunity to prioritize substance over ceremony.
Source : Kaieteur News
