PM Balen Shah Discusses Investment with Top Industrialists, Proposes Nijgadh Airport
Summary
Prime Minister Balen Shah held talks with top industrialists and urged the private sector to invest in major infrastructure projects, including the long-delayed Nijgadh International Airport. The proposal has sparked debate as supporters call it a bold move to boost economic growth and improve Nepal’s air connectivity.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balen Shah met leading industrialists to discuss private-sector investment and economic revival.
- He proposed private investment in the long-delayed Nijgadh International Airport under a BOOT model.
- Supporters argue the airport would provide a vital alternative to Tribhuvan International Airport and complement the Kathmandu-Nijgadh Fast Track.
- The project has faced years of delays due to environmental disputes, court cases, and funding constraints.
