Government Re-invites Bids for Sun Koshi-Marin Diversion Project
Summary
The Nepalese government has re-invited international bids for the remaining construction of the Sun Koshi-Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project, aiming to complete irrigation facilities and hydropower generation in four years.
Key Points
- The government has reissued international competitive bids for the remaining construction of the Sun Koshi-Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project.
- Pending works include headworks, powerhouse, and hydromechanical structures after the tunnel construction was completed.
- The project will provide reliable irrigation to 122,000 hectares in five Terai-Madhesh districts and generate 31.07 MW of hydropower.
- The government allocated NPR 2.98 billion in the current fiscal year and prioritizes the project for completion within four years.
