Despite recent flooding and shear line-related impacts that affected several communities, the Provincial Government continues to deliver essential services while advancing development initiatives, Governor Raul Mabanglo said during his Governor’s Report on March 2 at the Bulawan Events Center in Nabunturan.
Relief operations remain underway in affected barangays, with assistance already extended to families displaced by floods and other hazards. In the past eight months, the province has responded to a series of challenges, including landslides and severe weather disturbances, while maintaining uninterrupted delivery of public services.
Beyond disaster response and recovery efforts, Mabanglo highlighted gains in several key sectors.
Healthcare services were expanded through the establishment of a BUCAS Center in partnership with the Davao Regional Medical Center, improvements in all four provincial hospitals, and the rollout of the Kalamboan Serbisyo Caravan, which brought medical assistance closer to communities.
Social services were strengthened through the establishment of 11 Maduolan Centers across the province and expanded crisis support programs that have assisted thousands of residents.
Infrastructure development also continued, with improvements in road networks and public facilities aimed at ensuring access to services even during emergencies.
Support to the agriculture sector was intensified through the provision of farm inputs and the implementation of a rice processing system designed to improve food security and increase farmers’ income.
Expanded scholarship programs and investments in sports development also supported education and youth engagement across the province.
Mabanglo also cited ongoing collaboration with neighboring provinces, particularly Davao Oriental, and the private sector as key to opening opportunities in tourism, business, and employment.
As the Bulawan Festival celebrates the province’s heritage and identity, Mabanglo emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation between government and communities to ensure continued progress despite recurring challenges.
He underscored that the strength behind the province’s resilience lies in its people, whom he described as the true “Bulawan” of Davao de Oro.
“Sa atong lig-on nga kolaborasyon, usa lang ang klaro nga mensahe. Ako, kamo, kitang tanan instrumento sa pagkab-ot sa kalamboan sa Davao de Oro. Kamo ang tinuod nga bulawan,” he said.
Governor Raul Mabanglo ended his report by expressing gratitude to Cong. Maricar Zamora-Mabanglo, Cong. Leonel “Jhong” Ceniza, and all his partners in public service, whom he cited as key allies in advancing the province through continued collaboration and shared responsibility essential to sustaining progress and overcoming future challenges in Davao de Oro.
