Fuel Price Hikes and Supply Shortages Stall Major Development Projects in Sudurpashchim
Summary
Fuel price hikes and supply shortages have stalled major development projects in Sudurpashchim, including the Seti Highway and Mahakali Irrigation projects, as contractors cannot continue due to soaring costs.
Key Points
- Fuel price hikes and supply chain disruptions have halted major development projects in Sudurpashchim.
- Work on the Seti Highway northern section has nearly stopped due to fuel shortages and bitumen scarcity.
- Mahakali Irrigation Third Phase work is impacted by rising costs of fuel and construction materials like wire mesh.
- Construction contractors in Kanchanpur are preparing a 'construction holiday' due to unaffordable operational costs.
