Ministers assess Plaine Magnien SME Park ahead of project relaunch

The Minister of National Infrastructure, Mr Govindranath Gunness, accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade, Mr Dhananjay Ramful, and the Chief Executive Officer of DBM Ltd, Mr Hemraj Rubee, carried out a site visit, yesterday at the Plaine Magnien SME Park, to assess the current state of the project and identify the measures required for its relaunch.

The Member of Parliament, Mr Chitraduthsing Lukeeram, representatives of the National Development Unit (NDU), the Land Drainage Authority, the Ministry of National Infrastructure, and other stakeholders were also present.

In a statement, Minister Gunness recalled that the construction of the SME Park began in 2020 but was later abandoned. Once completed, the facility is expected to accommodate some 40 small and medium enterprises (SMEs), providing a boost to entrepreneurship, job creation and regional economic development.

He explained that insufficient site assessment prior to construction had left the area vulnerable to flooding during periods of heavy rainfall. The construction of a retention basin, he said, is therefore essential to safeguard the SME Park and neighbouring areas while ensuring public safety. He stressed the need for close collaboration among all stakeholders to implement the required remedial works and fast-track completion of the project.

For his part, Minister Ramful indicated that the visit aimed to evaluate the project's current status and agree on the actions necessary to restart construction. He underscored that, once operational, the SME Park would serve as a one-stop hub, providing residents of the region with easier access to products and services offered by SMEs and skilled tradespeople.

As for Mr Rubee, he welcomed Government's decision to revive the project. He noted that DBM currently manages several SME industrial parks across the country, all of which are fully occupied, demonstrating the strong demand for such facilities. He highlighted the considerable need for industrial space in the Plaine Magnien region and reaffirmed DBM's commitment to working closely with Government to bring the project to completion. According to him, the SME Park will provide entrepreneurs with the infrastructure needed to expand their businesses while contributing to the country's economic growth.

06 August 2026

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