Narayani ‘iconic’ bridge stuck in early works as delays stretch timeline
Summary
The Narayani ‘iconic’ bridge project near Narayanghat is delayed, with only foundational work completed nearly two years after its inception despite ongoing construction efforts and rising river levels.
Key Points
- The Narayani bridge construction is stuck in groundwork nearly two years after the foundation stone was laid.
- Design approval was delayed by about 18 months, causing construction timeline slippage.
- The project contract with Tundi Construction spans four years, with financial progress at 7-8 percent so far.
- The bridge will feature two main towers and cable systems, making it Nepal’s first of this design type.
