Bhaisepati Ministerial Quarters Reconstruction Delayed Due to Protests and Price Hikes
Summary
Reconstruction of the ministerial residence in Bhaisepati has been delayed due to protests by construction entrepreneurs and price hikes, leaving ministers facing a housing crisis while repairs at Singha Durbar and Shital Niwas have yet to start.
Key Points
- The reconstruction of 11 contracted blocks of the Bhaisepati ministerial residence is delayed due to protests and rising construction costs.
- Only 4 to 5 blocks have had structural work completed, with furnishing in progress, while all 27 blocks are being reconstructed in phases.
- Ministers without private residences in Kathmandu Valley face a severe housing crisis, some staying in old, cramped buildings or at ministries.
- Reconstruction work on major damaged buildings at Singha Durbar and Shital Niwas has not yet begun, though preparatory work is complete.
