Nepal weighs ‘infrastructure court’ to fast-track dispute resolution
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Law is considering establishing a dedicated infrastructure court to expedite dispute resolution in development projects, aiming to reduce delays caused by prolonged litigation.
Key Points
- Nepal is assessing the need for a dedicated infrastructure court to fast-track disputes related to development projects.
- Prolonged litigation is causing significant delays in project completion and public works.
- Existing mechanisms like arbitration and court benches are being evaluated for effectiveness compared to a new court.
- A task force led by the Ministry of Law will submit a report within 15 days regarding the proposal.
