I read that the Province of Aklan is planning to construct a 40-hectare reclamation site between the Island of Boracay and coastal village of Caticlan. Personally I am against it.I believed that by reclaiming the area, more commercial buildings will rise and for sure an increase in pollution can be expected. More so, this can have a major environmental impact to the island. In short, we will miss the real essence of Boracay as a paradise island.
You see, by definition, a paradise is a place in which existence is positive, harmonious and timeless. It is conceptually a counter image of miseries of human civilization, and in paradise there is only peace, prosperity, and happiness. Paradise is a place of contentment, but it is not necessarily a land of luxury and idleness.
When I went there few months ago, another concern of the locals if ever this plan is push through is the peace and order of the island. According to them, a reclaimed Boracay would open the island to a lot of illegal activities. People can come and go anytime they want thus they can do whatever they want. Easy access to everything. From drugs to prostitution.
We must not forget that the very reason why foreigners keep on coming to Boracay because they want a taste of paradise. A place where they can sleep well without worrying about their safety. A place where they can smell the sea breeze instead of pollution from the traffic. A place where they can relax and appreciate the beauty of the island instead of commercial buildings.
Yes, I understand that the Governor of Aklan wants progress in his province. Can we have progress without destroying God's work. My point is that, instead of reclaiming Boracay, why don't the Province of Aklan look for another area so that the P 1-B money for reclamation can be allocated for other project instead.
We always say that everything has a reason. I'm sure He has a good reason why He made Boracay a Paradise Island. What do you think? So let us not mess around with mother nature.
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