Minister Visits Thapathali Fire Site, Orders Wire Management
Summary
A fire broke out in tangled electricity and telecommunication wires at Thapathali, Kathmandu, prompting Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha to order immediate and long-term wire management.
Key Points
- A fire incident occurred in tangled electricity and telecommunication wires in Thapathali area at midnight Tuesday.
- The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation expressed concern over the safety risks posed to local residents.
- Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha visited the fire site and emphasized urgent wire management to prevent major accidents.
- Coordination has been initiated among Nepal Telecommunications Authority, Nepal Electricity Authority, service providers, and Kathmandu Metropolitan City for wire management.
