Ryugyeonggi Jungnang-gu Mayor Conducts Disinfection at Traditional Markets Ahead of Chuseok

Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, is leaving a video message for the residents on the 14th.

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] “Chuseok is not a holiday we can simply welcome with joy, but we will focus on caring for self-employed individuals, small business owners, and vulnerable groups while putting all our efforts into quarantine measures to ensure that all residents can have a safe Chuseok.”

This is the content of a video message from Ryu Gyeong-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, to the residents.

Amid growing concerns about the virus ahead of the nation’s major holiday, Chuseok, Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi) has rolled up its sleeves to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within the district.

The district announced that since the 14th, it has begun extensive disinfection activities at six traditional markets frequently visited by many residents.

This disinfection effort involves a team of about ten residents, including Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi, who are conducting thorough sanitation at six traditional markets: Ulim, Dongbu, Dongwon, Sagajeong, Jangmi Jeil, and Dongwon Shopping District.

In particular, the mayor personally carries out meticulous disinfection, not missing even small facilities such as handrails, earning positive responses from both merchants and residents visiting the markets.

Since the formation of the disinfection team in March, Mayor Ryu has consistently participated in disinfection activities, listening to residents’ suggestions at the sites and showing initiative in implementing policies whenever possible.

Online communication is also ongoing. On the 14th, through a video message to residents, the district shared not only information related to the downgrade of social distancing to Level 2 in the metropolitan area but also details residents might be curious about during the Chuseok holiday, such as medical services, cleaning, and parking.

Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi of Jungnang-gu stated, “If we prepare thoroughly, we can definitely stop the virus,” adding, “We will continue to eliminate virus infiltration and residents’ anxiety through strict quarantine and prompt information provision.”

On the afternoon of the 14th, Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, is conducting disinfection activities while touring Jungnang East Market.

The district has also produced and released videos on major disaster situations such as COVID-19 and typhoons, as well as issues residents need to know, encouraging community participation and alleviating anxiety, which has received great responses.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.