Harmon lauds $45M food investment at Vreed-en-Hoop
Director-General of the Ministry of the Presidency, Joseph Harmon on Saturday lauded Lakenauth Puran and his family for their $45M investment in the ‘Chicken n Burger Delight’ franchise at the Vreed-en-Hoop junction, West Coast Demerara.
Speaking at the opening held at the location, Harmon said the investment is a strong demonstration of the confidence that the family has in
Guyana and its economy, a statement from the Ministry of the Presidency said.
“This is an achievement. This is a testimony to the confidence which the Puran family has in this region and their confidence in the investment possibilities in this country. Many people complain that business is bad and nothing good is happening and all of that but as you can see, so many companies are coming to do business in Guyana. I have known the Purans for many years and I have seen them grow from one section of the company to other sections. The fact that you have been able to invest and succeed in your investments shows that once you are prepared to work hard and make the effort, you will succeed. I want to congratulate you for this bold step, for having faith and confidence in this country. You have to take that step,” he said.
Chetan Puran, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the franchise, in his remarks, said the fast food restaurant began in 2012 as a small, family-run business. The family felt that there was a need to expand and therefore took the step to further invest. Puran said that it took many sleepless days and nights to make the business establishment a reality but he is pleased with the outcome and expects that it will be a hub in the region.
The CEO said the outlet currently employs 25 persons, who are all drawn from surrounding commu- nities on the West Coast of
Demerara.