Infrastructure Minister Sunil Lamsal Outlines Legal and Structural Reforms for Road Safety
Summary
Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal outlines government initiatives for legal and structural reforms to improve road safety and expand infrastructure, with a focus on Karnali Province and long-term planning.
Key Points
- Minister Sunil Lamsal announced government-led legal and structural reforms aimed at reducing road accidents caused by poor road conditions.
- The government plans to expand roads connecting municipalities and district headquarters to two lanes, with amendments to existing laws underway.
- Karnali Province has received the largest budget allocation due to its limited road network in remote areas.
- The metro rail project in Kathmandu is a long-term plan involving private sector investment, with no direct government funding.
