Harka Sampang's Bridge Project in Darchula Faces Diplomatic Hurdles
Summary
Harka Sampang's initiative to replace dangerous tuins on the international border Mahakali River with a suspension bridge in Darchula faces diplomatic challenges with India, prompting a shift to building a smaller bridge over Ghatte Khola to aid local villagers.
Key Points
- Harka Sampang appealed for public donations to build a suspension bridge in Darchula to replace risky tuins on the Mahakali River.
- Construction on the Mahakali River bridge stalled due to diplomatic permission required from both Nepal and India as the river forms an international border.
- As an alternative, Sampang's team began constructing a smaller bridge over the Ghatte Khola within Nepali territory to connect local villages.
- Residents face daily risks crossing tuins over the Mahakali River due to lack of roads; the completion of the Tinkar road could end this danger but progress is slow due to natural and governmental obstacles.
