Five bridges on Bheri Corridor left incomplete for six years
Summary
The Bheri Corridor road project faces significant delays with five bridges left incomplete for six years, hampering year-round connectivity and regional development in Karnali Province.
Key Points
- Construction of five bridges on the Bheri Corridor stalled for nearly six years despite road progress.
- The 118-kilometre corridor from Jajarkot to Dolpa has 56 kilometres of blacktopped road but incomplete bridge infrastructure.
- National Planning Commission approved 14 bridges on the remaining 62-kilometre section, but some remain unstarted or disputed.
- Completion of bridges is critical for continuous connectivity, regional trade, tourism, and full corridor operation in Karnali Province.
