Koshi Province Public Accounts Committee Discusses Policy Corruption and Technical Negligence
Summary
Koshi Province's Public Accounts Committee discusses policy corruption and technical negligence related to infrastructure projects including the incomplete Chuhar bridge, urging investigations and accountability.
Key Points
- The Public Accounts Committee of Koshi Province highlighted policy corruption and technical negligence in the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development's projects.
- The incomplete Chuhar bridge, designed by the Swiss government, is a major issue due to technical errors and delayed construction.
- MPs Bhupendra Rai and Revatiraman Bhandari demanded a parliamentary inquiry and recovery of illegally paid funds.
- The committee criticized the ministry for last-minute budget reallocations, unauthorized price adjustments, and excessive spending on external consultants.
- Projects like the damaged Chiptar bridge and the underperforming Koshi Refreshment Center were also discussed for their poor management and financial risks.
