The heart of any HDB estate is undoubtedly its food centre, where residents can enjoy delicious food at affordable prices.
So the closure of a neighbourhood food centre for any amount of time would cause some inconvenience, even if it’s due to refurbishment.
Chong Pang residents have cause for cheer now that Chong Pang Food Centre has finally reopened after seven weeks of waiting.
Source: Google Maps
Some of the new things they can look forward to are LED bulbs and a fresh coat of paint.
The good news was announced on Facebook by Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam, a Member of Parliament for Nee Soon GRC.
Source: K Shanmugam Sc on Facebook
This comes after Nee Soon Town Council carried out regular upgrading works.
One of the improvements that patrons can expect is new LED light bulbs, said Mr Shanmugam, adding that they would make the dining experience more comfortable and environmentally friendly too.
Source: Nee Soon Town Council on Facebook
Besides that, the centre also received a fresh coat of paint, adding to the new glow.
Source: Nee Soon Town Council on Facebook
Faulty tables and chairs have also been repaired, and enhancements were made to the general plumbing and sanitation.
Before the big reopening, cleaners were busy sprucing up the place, Nee Soon Town Council said.
Source: Nee Soon Town Council on Facebook
This is to ensure diners can enjoy a clean and safe environment, they added.
Chong Pang Food Centre had been closed from 18 Apr to facilitate repair and redecoration works.
Such works are regularly carried out to improve the space.
Source: K Shanmugam Sc on Facebook
Previously, the next-door Chong Pang Market was closed for three weeks till 5 Apr, also for repair and redecoration works.
More excitingly, Chong Pang residents can look forward to the new Chill @ Chong Pang, an integrated hub with amenities like a swimming pool, gym, and hawker centre under one roof.
While seven weeks might have seemed like an eternity for Chong Pang residents, the wait appears to have been worth it.
After all, they can now dine in refreshed surroundings.
If you’re heading there for a meal soon, do share your renewed impressions of the place with us in the comments.
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Featured image adapted from K Shanmugam Sc on Facebook.
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