Nepal Faces Major Challenge with Moribund Projects, Investment Wasted
Summary
Moribund projects have become a major drag on Nepal’s development, wasting billions of rupees through weak planning, poor coordination and abandoned construction work. A 9-point roadmap calls for stricter project selection, better contract management, and stronger leadership to finish stalled works on time.
Key Points
- Moribund projects are wasting billions of rupees in Nepal because of weak project selection, poor preparation, and abandoned work by contractors.
- The article blames all stakeholders, including government agencies, construction entrepreneurs, and local communities, for projects being left unfinished.
- A 9-point roadmap urges detailed study before budget allocation, stronger contract management, better monitoring, and improved coordination among agencies.
- The piece says stalled projects can be revived with scientific planning, accountability, and leadership that is willing to cancel non-performing contracts.
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