Karnali Stadium Construction Delayed Due to Unresolved Contractor Payment and Extension Issues
Summary
Construction of Karnali Stadium in Birendranagar faces delays due to unresolved contractor payment and deadline extension issues, leaving the 99% complete project neglected for over a year.
Key Points
- The Karnali Stadium construction deadline was first set for Jestha 081 but delayed due to an earthquake and other factors.
- The contract was awarded to MAC/GSL JV, with the project 99% complete but stalled due to non-payment of 9 Crore rupees.
- Provincial government's delay in appointing a Member Secretary with financial authority has hindered progress for over a year.
- Efforts are underway to extend the deadline and complete the remaining work by the end of Ashad, pending resolution of payment and administrative issues.
