Narayan-Butwal Road Expansion Nears Completion

Summary

The Narayan-Ghat-Butwal road section of the East-West Highway in Nepal has reached 91% completion, with main construction done and remaining work focused on finishing and traffic safety. Completion is targeted by Jestha 15th.

Key Points
  • The Narayan-Ghat-Butwal road expansion on the East-West Highway has reached 91% physical progress.
  • Most major construction works are completed; finishing, traffic safety, service lanes, and auxiliary structures remain.
  • The road section previously caused traffic disruptions during rainy seasons, but such problems are expected to end.
  • Completion of main work is targeted by Jestha 15th, with ongoing construction of the third lane and repaving of two lanes in Daunne.
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