Madhesh Province to be Center of Production, Industry, and Infrastructure: Budget 2083/84
Summary
The government has presented a budget focusing on transforming Madhesh Province into a center of production, industry, and infrastructure with major investments in drinking water, roads, agriculture, and tourism.
Key Points
- The budget allocates Rs 2.5 billion for 280 drinking water projects to address shortages in the Terai-Madhesh region.
- Rs 4.65 billion is allocated to complete the Hulaki Highway and Rs 37.46 billion to expand the East-West Highway to four lanes.
- A mango processing center in Siraha and a tomato processing center in Sarlahi will be established to connect agriculture and industry.
- The government plans to finalize the construction modality of Nijgadh International Airport and expand the railway line connecting Madhesh districts.
