Intensive Reconstruction Underway on Damaged Sections of BP Highway Following Landslides
Summary
Intensive reconstruction work is underway on the BP Highway damaged by floods and landslides, with plans to complete within two years and upgrade to a two-lane road.
Key Points
- Permanent reconstruction work on BP Highway is rapidly progressing after flood and landslide damage.
- 25% of reconstruction work across three contracted sections in Kavrepalanchok has been completed.
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide grant assistance for a 3.2 km section reconstruction.
- The highway will be upgraded to a two-lane road with bridge widening and new constructions to improve flood resilience.
