Nominal: Intercepting Zhong Xiaoai, Dominating Handong

"Comrades, from today onwards, our two task forces will operate in parallel," Gu Mingyuan said, getting straight to the point.

"The anti-corruption task force led by Secretary Sun is tasked with thoroughly investigating corruption, eliminating corrupt officials, and purifying the political environment."

"The development task force I'm in charge of is tasked with focusing on projects, industries, and people's livelihoods to promote the economic and social development of Liping."

He looked to both sides: "The two task forces are separate but not separate; they must cooperate closely."

"Anti-corruption is for better development, and development can test the effectiveness of anti-corruption efforts."

"We must prove with concrete results that anti-corruption and development are not contradictory, but rather complementary."

Sun Zhengping stated: "Secretary Gu is right. Our anti-corruption task force will definitely handle cases in accordance with the law and regulations. We will never wrong an innocent person, nor will we let a guilty person go unpunished."

"At the same time, we will pay attention to our methods and approaches to minimize the impact on our work."

Gu Mingyuan nodded: "Okay, let's begin now. The first task of the development team is to accelerate transportation construction. County Chief Li, please report on the situation."

Executive Deputy County Head Li Ming continued, "Currently, there are 18 highway projects under construction in the county, with a total length of 320 kilometers."

"Due to the anti-corruption campaign, three projects have been suspended, covering a distance of fifty kilometers."

"The main reason is that the person in charge of the construction company was investigated for involvement in a case, which led to the break in the financial chain."

"We can't stop!" Gu Mingyuan said decisively.

"Transportation is the lifeblood of Liping's development, and we cannot afford to delay it for even a day."

"County Chief Li, you should take the lead in setting up an emergency response team to investigate each suspended project one by one."

"If the problem lies with the construction company, replace them immediately. If it's a funding issue, the county will advance the payment."

"In short, the project cannot stop, and the progress cannot be slowed down!"

"yes!"

"The second task: industrial development." Gu Mingyuan looked at the director of the Agriculture Bureau.

"Director Zhang, how are the sales of tea, shiitake mushrooms, and Chinese medicinal herbs?"

Director Zhang opened his notebook: "Secretary Gu, this year's tea production is estimated at 500 tons, and 300 tons have already been sold, with an average price of 60 yuan per jin, which is 20% higher than last year."

"The production of shiitake mushrooms is 800 tons, and 500 tons have been sold."

"The production of Chinese medicinal herbs is 300 tons, and 100 tons are sold."

Are the sales channels stable?

"The situation is basically stable; our products are available in supermarket counters and wholesale markets in the provincial capital. However, logistics costs are still relatively high, which affects profits."

Gu Mingyuan thought for a moment and said, "How about this, we organize a Liping Mountain Delicacies Direct Sales Week, invite merchants to Liping, see the products in person, and sign contracts on the spot."

"At the same time, we negotiated with logistics companies to get preferential prices."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "In addition, we need to develop deep-processed products. Tea shouldn't just be sold as raw material; it should be made into finished tea and tea beverages. Shiitake mushrooms shouldn't just be sold as fresh mushrooms; they should be made into dried mushrooms and mushroom sauce. Chinese medicinal herbs need to be processed in a refined and deep manner to increase their added value."

"Understood, I'll arrange it right away!"

"The third task: improving people's livelihoods." Gu Mingyuan looked at the director of the Education Bureau.

"Director Wang, have the ten newly built village primary schools been put into use?"

"It is now fully operational, solving the schooling problem for more than 800 students."

"However, there is a shortage of teachers, especially English, music, and art teachers."

"We will select teachers from the county and organize them to take turns going to the countryside to provide teaching support," Gu Mingyuan decided.

"At the same time, the salaries of rural teachers will be increased by 200 yuan per person per month."

"If the money isn't enough, I'll ask the city for it!"

The meeting lasted all morning and deployed more than a dozen specific tasks.

After the meeting, Gu Mingyuan kept Li Ming behind.

"County Chief Li, the development task force has a heavy burden, you must work very hard."

"Secretary Gu, rest assured, I will do my best," Li Ming said solemnly.

"In addition, although some people have been investigated and punished in the anti-corruption campaign, the majority of officials are good."

"You need to do a good job of ideological work, so that everyone can let go of their burdens and start the battle with a light heart."

"I understand. In fact, many cadres have long been disgusted with those corrupt officials. Now that they have been investigated, everyone is even more motivated."

"That's good," Gu Mingyuan said with relief.

"We want everyone to see that as long as we sincerely serve the people, the organization will support us and the people will recognize us."

"Conversely, anyone who engages in corruption will be ruined and disgraced."

On November 3, Gu Mingyuan received a call from Pei Yihong.

"Mingyuan, how are the two special task forces operating?"

"Secretary Pei, it has officially started. The anti-corruption task force is being temporarily led by Secretary Sun, and it is progressing smoothly. I am personally overseeing the development task force, and have deployed more than a dozen specific tasks in areas such as transportation, industry, and people's livelihood."

"Good, you have a good idea and some measures," Pei Yihong said approvingly.

"But Mingyuan, I must remind you, health is the foundation of everything."

"I heard you often work until late at night, that won't do."

"You need to learn to focus on the big picture and delegate the small tasks, so that each member of the team can be responsible for their own duties."

"Thank you for your concern, Secretary Pei. I will be careful."

"In addition, the province is paying close attention to your anti-corruption efforts this time," Pei Yihong revealed.

"The vice governor called me specifically to say that Gu Mingyuan is a young man with courage and a sense of responsibility, and that he has made great strides in the anti-corruption campaign in Liping. This is a good sign."

Gu Mingyuan's heart skipped a beat: "This is all thanks to Secretary Pei's support."

"Don't say that, you did it yourself," Pei Yihong said seriously.

"Mingyuan, you are now the youngest county party secretary in the province, and you have launched such a large-scale anti-corruption campaign, which has brought you into the sights of many leaders."

"This is both an opportunity and a test. You need to be more cautious and work even harder."

"Yes, I will definitely live up to your expectations."

After hanging up the phone, Gu Mingyuan had mixed feelings.

A leader's approval is both a motivation and a pressure.

He must do an even better job in Liping to live up to this trust.

On November 4th, the first measure of the development task force took effect.

All three highways that had been suspended have resumed construction, and the construction companies have been replaced by reputable and capable companies.

Gu Mingyuan personally went to the construction site for inspection.

"Quality must be guaranteed, and progress must be kept up," he told the head of the new construction company.

"Secretary Gu, rest assured, our company is a provincial AA-level credit enterprise, and we will absolutely complete the task with high quality and quantity."

"Okay, I only care about the results."

At the construction site in Qingshi Township, Gu Mingyuan ran into an old acquaintance—Wang Qiang, the son of Grandpa Wang.

Wang Qiang used to work in another city, but after hearing that his hometown was developing well, he returned and joined a construction team.

"Secretary Gu, thank you!" Wang Qiang said excitedly.

"Now that the road is open, I can earn money right here at my doorstep and I don't have to go out to work anymore."

"My wife can take care of him, and the kids can see their dad every day."

Gu Mingyuan patted him on the shoulder: "Work hard and fix the road. There will be more and more development opportunities in Liping in the future."

"must!"

Looking at the bustling scene at the construction site, Gu Mingyuan was filled with hope.

Anti-corruption removes obstacles, while development brings hope.