Bhutwal-Bethari Road Expansion Project Faces Delays, Contract Termination Considered
Summary
The 21-kilometer Butwal-Bethari road expansion project has faced over 10 years of delays, with the construction of the northern 8.5-kilometer section incomplete and contract termination being considered due to lack of progress and budget constraints.
Key Points
- The 21-kilometer road expansion from Belbas in Butwal to Bethari remains incomplete after more than 10 years.
- The 8.5-kilometer northern section contracted to Bajraguru-Kanchharam JV has seen stalled work and possible contract termination.
- Lack of budget allocation and contract period extension are major reasons for the delay.
- Local residents have faced hardship due to the poor road condition, prompting calls for the provincial government to hand over the project to Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City if it cannot be completed.
