One Month Since Bhote Koshi Flood
Summary
A month after the Bhote Koshi flood, 53 suspension bridges remain damaged across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha, with 33 washed away and reconstruction delayed by rope shortages and tender complications. Temporary tuins have been installed at four locations, one bridge has been fully repaired, and 12 others are in the final stage of repair.
Key Points
- The Bhote Koshi flood on Bhadra 10 damaged 53 suspension bridges across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha, cutting off access to several rural settlements.
- The Department of Local Infrastructure Development has installed temporary tuins in four locations and completed repairs on one bridge, while 12 more are nearing completion.
- Reconstruction of the 33 washed-away bridges is delayed because steel wire rope is not available in Nepal and the procurement process must go through global tender.
- The department has prepared an initial estimate of 1.15 billion rupees for restoration, repairs and new infrastructure in the flood-hit areas.
