Strategic Myagdi-Dhorpatan Road Project Faces Delays
Summary
Construction of the vital Darbang-Muna-Dhorpatan road in Myagdi has slowed significantly due to rising costs and reduced contractor activity, risking abandonment of the project crucial for regional connectivity.
Key Points
- The Darbang-Muna-Dhorpatan road project in Myagdi has experienced significant construction delays due to contractors reducing workers and equipment.
- The project is jointly funded by Gandaki provincial and federal governments with a 50-50 cost-sharing agreement and has a contract duration of 27 months.
- Rising fuel and construction material costs have hindered contractor progress, risking unspent funds and payment delays for other projects.
- Provincial Assembly member Resham Bahadur Jugjali is working to accelerate the project's progress amid concerns over the delays.
