Mr. Giàng A Chơ (first on the left), (born in 1945), a respected figure in Lọng Bó village, Chiềng Hoa commune, Sơn La province (formerly Chiềng Công commune, Mường La district, Sơn La province). Photo: Mùa Xuân.

From exemplary official to respected figure trusted and loved by the people.

After traveling dozens of kilometers along winding dirt roads to Long Bo village, Chieng Hoa commune, we heard many locals tell stories about Mr. Giang A Cho, who is considered a "tall and mighty tree" in this highland region.

In our conversation with him, we learned that Mr. Cho had previously served as the Chairman of the Farmers' Association of the commune.Chieng CongHe was an old man. After retiring, the villagers continued to trust him and entrusted him with the important responsibility of being the village head. In 2019, Mr. Cho was recognized as a village elder and a respected figure.

Over the years, Mr. Cho has consistently set a good example, acting as a "bridge" between the government and the local people, encouraging them to preserve the customs, traditions, and culture of their ethnic group.

To help the local people overcome poverty, Mr. Cho actively encouraged households to switch from growing corn and cassava to growing lacquer trees and elephant grass, expanding the area of ​​terraced fields; and applying advanced techniques to production.

At the same time, they actively participate in mediating conflicts and disputes within families in the village. They propagate and mobilize the people to participate in the "All People Protect National Security" movement; actively prevent and combat drug abuse and social evils; encourage people to build a civilized and economical lifestyle in organizing funerals and weddings; and preserve and promote the traditional values ​​of the nation...

Mr. Giàng A Chơ (second from left), a respected figure in Lọng Bó village, Chiềng Hoa commune (Sơn La province), disseminates legal information to the people. Photo: Mùa Xuân.

Mr. Giàng A Chơ shared: "Having served as a commune and village official, I have always deeply understood the Party's guidelines and policies, and the State's laws and regulations. I always consider it my duty and responsibility to disseminate information, mobilize support, and educate the people."

"As the village elder and a respected figure in the community, I always work actively with the village management board to propagate and encourage villagers to strictly adhere to the Party's guidelines and policies, and the State's laws and regulations. I actively participate in the movement of solidarity and mutual assistance to develop the economy and alleviate poverty," Mr. Cho confided.

The people of Long Bo village, Chieng Hoa commune, are actively developing livestock farming towards a commercial scale to alleviate poverty. Photo: Mua Xuan.

Every word he spoke resonated with the people, earning their trust and obedience. When new policies were introduced, he didn't just present them in a dry, formal manner, but also explained them thoroughly, using practical examples to make them easy for the people to understand and implement.

One of Mr. Cho's most important roles is resolving conflicts and disputes within the community.

Mr. Lau A Song, Party Secretary and Head of Long Bo village, Chieng Hoa commune, Son La province, commented: "Mr. Cho is the village elder, a respected figure in the village. He has a firm grasp of legal knowledge and the geographical location between villages, so when land and water disputes arise, he, along with the village management board and commune officials, always resolves them promptly..."

Disputes over land, water resources, or family conflicts, which seemed insurmountable, were all handled smoothly thanks to his expertise and reputation.

He used not only logic and law but also human compassion and customs to analyze and explain cases. The issues were resolved quickly and fairly, avoiding lingering conflicts and strengthening community bonds.

Long Bo village, Chieng Hoa commune, Son La province today. Photo: Mua Xuan.

Life in Long Bo village is changing for the better today. Sturdy wooden houses with fiber cement roofs are springing up, and concrete roads within the village, built with government investment, have further motivated the villagers to strive for a better life.

It can be said that respected individuals like Mr. Giàng A Chơ are exemplary role models in the hearts of every highland village. They are not only guardians of culture and customs, but also pioneers in embracing new ideas and mobilizing their fellow villagers to build a prosperous and happy life together.

The story of Mr. Giàng A Chơ is a vivid testament to the role of the people of the village in creating the vitality and sustainability of the community.