Locals Demand Increased Height of Karnali River Embankment in Tikapur
Summary
Locals in Tikapur demand raising the Karnali River embankment height from 10 to 12 meters to better protect against annual monsoon floods threatening multiple wards.
Key Points
- Locals in Tikapur, Kailali, demand the Karnali River embankment height be increased to 12 meters for better flood protection.
- The embankment is currently being constructed at 10 meters (9 meters concrete plus 1 meter gravel) which locals say is insufficient.
- Flood risks affect Tikapur wards 5 through 9 during monsoon seasons, forcing families to leave their homes annually.
- Construction company and irrigation project officials state work is being done as per existing cost estimates and contracts.
