“We cannot leave you in the same state we found you. We are pleased that you heeded our plea not to join the protest—not because we don’t believe in protests or are indifferent to the current issues
“We understand that there are always individuals who hijack peaceful protests to damage government facilities and vent their anger
“Our leaders have worked diligently for the past 37 years to build this infrastructure, and a moment of anger can destroy all this hard work.
“We are not ashamed to commend your efforts, and we are here to offer our gratitude. Although you did not protest, we heard your concerns loud and clear. We are aware of the issues causing you distress
“We recognise the challenges such as hunger, unemployment, and the high cost of food. We will endeavour to address these within the resources available in our state.”