Strategic Kaski-Syangja Road Project Remains Abandoned Amid Contractor Negligence

Summary

The Phusrekhola-Ramdi-Mattikhan-Deurali road project in Kaski, contracted to be completed in 2019, remains unfinished due to contractor negligence, causing frustration among locals and prompting calls for contract termination.

Key Points
  • The Phusrekhola-Ramdi-Mattikhan-Deurali road project in Kaski remains abandoned despite being contracted for completion by 2076 BS.
  • The contractor SBA/SAP/Siruwa JV halted work for a year, failing to meet deadlines even after multiple extensions and directives.
  • Local residents have expressed frustration, highlighting displacement and hardships caused by the incomplete road connecting Kaski and Syangja districts.
  • The Infrastructure Development Office in Kaski has started the process to terminate the contractor's contract due to their irresponsibility and failure to progress.
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