Kakarbhitta-Laukahi Road Upgrade Intensifies with ADB Loan
Summary
The Kakarbhitta-Laukahi road section in eastern Nepal is rapidly progressing its upgrade with significant asphalt work under an Asian Development Bank loan, aiming for partial completion by Dashain festival.
Key Points
- The Kakarbhitta-Laukahi road upgrade is progressing under a 46 billion rupee loan from the Asian Development Bank.
- The eastern section covers 45 kilometers from Kakarbhitta to Sitapuri, with 47percent progress on the first package.
- Asphalting work has started with 16.5 kilometers completed and plans to asphalt an additional 15 kilometers by Dashain.
- The project began in February 2024 and is scheduled for completion by February 2027, despite monsoon disruptions.
