Work underway to repair flood-damaged BP Highway ahead of monsoon
Summary
Reconstruction of the flood-damaged BP Highway has begun on most sections with contracts awarded and work progressing rapidly to ensure passage before the monsoon season.
Key Points
- Reconstruction of BP Highway damaged in September 2024 floods has started on all but a 3.2 km section.
- Contracts have been awarded for the most affected highway stretches, with work ongoing from Kavre and Sindhuli.
- The 3.2 km remaining section will be rebuilt by JICA under a Japanese grant, with completion aimed by end of 2027.
- Authorities are prioritizing critical sections with strengthening structures and goal to keep roads usable during monsoon.
