BP Highway Section in Kabhrepalanchok-Sindhuli to Reopen Within Hours After Blockage
Summary
The BP Highway section in Kabhrepalanchok-Sindhuli, damaged by floods and landslides, will be reopened within hours after blockage with preparations for quick clearing and reconstruction efforts led by JICA.
Key Points
- Preparations have been made to open the BP Highway section in Kabhrepalanchok-Sindhuli within half an hour if blocked again due to floods or landslides.
- The Division Road Office Bhaktapur has arranged equipment and plans to ensure the highway remains operational during the monsoon.
- The 3.2-kilometer damaged section from Barkhekhola to Pipale is being reconstructed by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
- JICA is providing a grant of Rs 2.63 billion for the reconstruction and plans include converting bridges to two lanes.
