Reborn as a Noble’s Son
Chapter 1082 - Chapter 1082 Chapter 1038 The Situation is Very Bad

Chapter 1082: Chapter 1038 The Situation is Very Bad Chapter 1082: Chapter 1038 The Situation is Very Bad Although that’s what was said, at this very moment, He Yusheng was also somewhat uneasy. Geological collapses had occurred around the mining area, and the closer to the mining area, the more severe they were. He Yusheng absolutely did not believe that these incidents were completely unrelated to the coal mining operations. Even if there wasn’t a direct connection, there must be an indirect one. After all, the extraction of mineral resources inevitably causes damage to underground water resources. Hongjiang Province has a very complex geological situation, with many areas characterized by karst topography. The loss of groundwater will inevitably lead to changes in the geological structure and set off a series of chain reactions.

However, as much as that may be the case, He Yusheng couldn’t say that. At this juncture, He Yusheng had to clearly express his stance.

As a provincial leader, as the Executive Vice Governor, He Yusheng had his own prestige. After He Yusheng finished speaking, the panicked crowd also gradually calmed down.

At that moment, He Yusheng then turned to Jiang Zhengyi and Li Henghui who were next to him and said, “Secretary Jiang, Mayor Li, the production and livelihood of the people in the disaster-stricken area must be taken seriously by Meiping City. A special department must be established with dedicated personnel to ensure proper resettlement of the populace and post-disaster reconstruction work. Care must be taken to prevent the occurrence of secondary disasters.”

Following He Yusheng, the expert group from the Bureau of Land and Resources also entered into full working mode. The entire expert group was divided into six teams, which carried out field investigations in five towns and the mining area of the Meiping Coal Mine.

They conducted detailed geological surveys and sampling work on the land and regions where ground collapses occurred.

In Meiping City, He Yusheng only made a short stay before setting off back to Hongcheng City in the afternoon of the same day, while the expert group stayed behind.

After three days, the expert group’s survey and sampling work had essentially come to an end. Just this fact alone showed that the approach He Yusheng and Fang Yuanshan had taken was indeed bold and decisive. The three-day investigation was enough to demonstrate that the province was taking the geological collapse issue very seriously, and without any perfunctory intent. Just think about it, the expert group had been here for such a long time, conducting meticulous work around the collapsed areas and other places near the mining area, indicating that they were truly carrying out detailed investigations and gathering evidence, earnestly studying the causes of the ground collapses.

Thus, this move, invisibly, boosted the government’s credibility. Upon learning of this situation, Nie Zhenbang didn’t make too many comments.

It was Xu Hongzhuan who was somewhat worried, “Secretary Nie, like this, I’m afraid our work will be quite passive. If this geological disaster is not related to the mining area, in the future…”

As for the future, Xu Hongzhuan did not spell it out nor dared to say more. It was enough to hint at his concerns; they were not fools. Some things are meant to be understood, not spoken outright.

Yet Nie Zhenbang responded with equanimity, “Secretary-General, you can’t say that. Overall, I also hope it has nothing to do with the mining area; that would be for the best. The longer the investigation by the expert team, the more it proves their seriousness. You should be pleased. Whether it’s a white cat or a black cat, a good cat is one that catches mice. The situation within Hongjiang Province is the same. Fang Yuanshan has his thoughts, and that is normal, as he is decisive by nature. As the governor, developing the economy and overseeing the government work is his duty. We should not overstep our roles. As long as the environment is not harmed, as long as development does not come at the cost of the environment, I welcome it.”

As the head of the provincial committee, one must have the appropriate grandeur. Even if one really cannot tolerate Fang Yuanshan, leaving an impression of being envious of the capable is not acceptable. This is unlike positions at grassroots levels; the higher up one goes, the more this needs to be heeded, with great caution and care.

Sometimes, a small grip can become a massive stumbling block preventing one from advancing.

After a moment of contemplation, Nie Zhenbang looked at Xu Hongzhuan beside him and asked, “Secretary-General, is there any update from Old Chen?”

“He Yusheng’s inspection seemed by the book; the response from Meiping City was swift, quickly pacifying the public’s emotions. For the collapsed houses, compensation funds and locations have already been arranged, and reconstruction has probably already begun. For the damaged houses, Meiping City also sent out assessment teams to conduct comprehensive evaluations. Those with main structures untouched underwent repairs, while dilapidated houses were slated for reconstruction. Currently, life and work order have been restored in the five towns of Meiping City.”

They say that as a secretary, one must have the ability to be aware of one’s surroundings and listen attentively. Xu Hongzhuan believed that as the Secretary-General, as the steward of the provincial committee, this capability was also essential for him.

There are no small matters around leadership. As the steward, constantly in contact with the leader, one must share the leader’s urgency and anticipate the leader’s thoughts. A leader’s thoughts, their leaps in logic and breadth of thinking, can be very expansive. One moment, they may be discussing the work of party building in the provincial committee with you, and the next, they could be discussing a specific issue.

That is why one must possess a certain degree of skill, to be faultless. Xu Hongzhuan was very aware of Secretary Nie’s pragmatic character. At present, Nie would inevitably inquire about the situation in Meiping City, and now, as expected, he did.

Nie Zhenbang nodded in satisfaction as he listened to Xu Hongzhuan’s report, “Fang Yuanshan is indeed capable. As for the situation in Meiping City, let it be. Secretary-General, you need to keep a close watch on the Bureau of Land and Resources. The moment there is a result, report immediately and inform me.”

The investigation by the expert group is not something that can just rely on visual observation to identify issues and draw conclusions. Some things require scientific experiments and inspections, which take time.

Xu Hongzhuan nodded, he was clear about Nie Zhenbang’s expectations. If it truly had nothing to do with the mining area, then for now, Nie Zhenbang would not say anything. But if there was a problem, Nie Zhenbang would definitely not let it rest.

…

As the provincial party committee’s Secretary-General, Xu Hongzhuan held a wide range of connections and face within the province, and naturally, he also had trustworthy people within the Bureau of Land and Resources.

Right after the geological survey’s conclusion was compiled, Xu Hongzhuan received a call and obtained a copy of the results.

Xu Hongzhuan dared not delay. As soon as he had the documents, he hurriedly went to Nie Zhenbang’s office, “Secretary, I’ve brought you the report as expected and in good time.”

Although it was a photocopy, it was still very clear, with a bold-faced title on the cover page that read ‘Meiping Coal Mine Geological Collapse Inspection Report’, with the signature of the Geological Research Institute of the Bureau of Land and Resources.

Flipping through the report, Nie Zhenbang read it with great care. It took him almost an entire hour to go through the more than sixty pages of the report.

Raising his head, Nie Zhenbang’s brows were furrowed. The situation was grave–it was his first impression. After pondering for a moment, he looked at Xu Hongzhuan, “Secretary-General, have you read the report?”

Xu Hongzhuan shook his head, “Secretary, not yet. After receiving the report, I came straight here. So, I haven’t had a chance to read through it yet. What’s the verdict? Is it related to the coal mine?”

Nie Zhenbang nodded, his expression more serious than ever, and spoke in a grave tone, “According to the Bureau of Land and Resources’ sampling and inspection of the surrounding geology, there’s a severe loss of groundwater. Taking other aspects into account, the conclusion is that it’s directly related to the excessive exploitation of the Meiping Coal Mine.”

No sooner had he finished speaking when a knock came from the door. Following that, Chen Le walked in. Seeing the grave expressions on Nie Zhenbang and Xu Hongzhuan’s faces, Chen Le was surprised and settled onto the sofa, “Secretary, Secretary-General, what’s happened? You both look as if you’ve seen a ghost.”

Xu Hongzhuan pushed the document in front of him toward Chen Le, “Secretary Chen, the results of the geological inspection are in.”

Chen Le was momentarily stunned, then spoke, “What a coincidence, I’ve also discovered quite a few issues. I was just about to come over and report to the Secretary.”

Chen Le continued, “Secretary, following your instructions, I immediately arranged for investigators to go deep into the mining area. Through a week of undercover investigation, we’ve uncovered some important information. After the Ou Ke Group invested five hundred million yuan, they actually did not put in place as much as they claimed, roughly just one hundred million by our estimates. Moreover, a large part of that money went into the development of the miners’ residential district in the urban area. For the technological renovation of the mine, the investment was virtually nil. Additionally, the Ou Ke Group, solely focused on profit, increased the number of mine shafts and escalated mining operations. The company has been extremely negligent in terms of mine production safety, employing workers at low wages for long hours and intense labor. There are many problems, and I suggest that relevant departments such as the Provincial Safety Supervision Bureau, Coal Supervision Bureau, and the Department of Labor, immediately form a task force to go to Meiping City for inspections to ascertain the situation. If left unchecked, it will inevitably lead to a major disaster.”

Hearing Chen Le’s words, Nie Zhenbang’s face darkened. Ou Ke Group really had gone too far. If they had invested honestly, that would have been one thing. But to act in this manner, with a mind solely on reaping profits, completely disregarding the future, was something Nie Zhenbang could not tolerate.

Looking up, Nie Zhenbang spoke in a deep tone, “Secretary-General, it’s eleven o’clock in the morning, we still have time. Notify all the standing committee members who are at home to come to the conference room for a meeting immediately.” (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to cast your votes of recommendation and monthly votes on . Your support is my biggest motivation.)

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