State delivers paving of PA-220 and ensures greater mobility for Maracanã
The state highway now totals 54 kilometers paved and signposted. The work generated over 250 jobs contributing to the local economy.
By Paulo Garcia (SEINFRA)
06/09/2025 19h19
Governor, public authorities, and residents celebrate a new era in the movement of the Maracanã region
The State Government delivered, on the afternoon of this Saturday (6), another stretch of paving of the PA-220, in the municipality of Maracanã, northeastern Pará. With the completion, there are now 54 kilometers paved and signposted, ensuring more safety, mobility, and quality of life for thousands of residents in the region.
State delegation celebrates the delivery of the new stretch of PA-220 which totals 54 kilometers paved and signposted
“Today we are here to complete this important work for Maracanã and the surrounding cities, this road will change the region, will integrate the communities, bring tourism, will bring new opportunities, facilitate the flow of family agriculture and development for this region,” informed Governor Helder Barbalho.
On this Saturday (6), Governor Helder Barbalho and delegation at the delivery of the completion of PA-220, in Maracanã
“It is very important to be a State that invests, our commitment is to advance with new works, new roads to reinforce the infrastructure and mobility of this region with more safety. A road like this is synonymous with progress, education, and development,” pointed out Vice Governor Hana Ghassan.
Governor Helder Barbalho challenges the delegation to quicken the pace and test their physical fitness on the new highway
Title of citizens of Maracanã
During the ceremony, Governor Helder Barbalho and Vice Governor Hana Ghassan received the title of citizens of Maracanã, granted by the City Council in recognition of the work done for the benefit of the city. Also present were the First Lady Daniela Barbalho, the Mayor of Maracanã, Reginaldo Carreta, as well as state secretaries, councilors, and other municipal authorities.
The Secretary of Infrastructure and Logistics, Adler Silveira, highlighted the importance of the work for regional integration. “This is an investment that goes beyond asphalt. We are talking about development, facilitating the flow of agricultural production, and giving dignity to those who depend on this highway every day. More than 250 jobs were created and the new bridge over the Caripi River, in Vila Santa Maria, reinforces the structure of PA-220. It is the government working for those who need it most,” said the secretary.
The paving of the stretch of PA-220 covers 12 kilometers, directly benefiting the communities of Vila Progresso, Vila Santa Maria, and Vila São João. In addition to the asphalt, the work included the construction of the bridge in Vila Santa Maria, over the Caripi River. Located between PA-395 and PA-127, the highway is considered strategic for the integration of northeastern Pará.
Housewife Iolanda Ferreira and neighbor discuss the increased ease of traveling along the highway from now on
Direct benefits
With the completion of this stage, PA-220 now totals 54 kilometers paved, contributing to the reduction of travel time, the economic appreciation of the region, and increased road safety. Housewife Zelina de França, 72 years old, lives at the beginning of the highway, at the junction with PA-127, and celebrated the transformation. “I have lived here for over 20 years. Before it was just mud and holes, it was very bad to pass through here. Now it’s beautiful, safer, well signposted. We are very happy, congratulations,” she said.
The farmer Édson Costa, 42 years old, also highlighted the change. “I have traveled a lot around here, it was difficult. We spent more than an hour to get to the other side. When it rained it was very complicated. Now it’s wonderful, it reduced the time, thank God,” pointed out the resident.
The delivery of the work reinforces the commitment of the Government of Pará to expand road infrastructure and bring development to all regions of the State.
