Infrastructure Minister Sunil Lamsal Announces New Law for Project Implementation

Summary

Physical Infrastructure and Transport Minister Sunil Lamsal says Nepal will bring stalled investment projects into implementation through a new one-door law. The government plans to streamline approvals, set clear timelines, and resolve long-pending obstacles faced by domestic and foreign investors.

Key Points
  • The government plans to enact a new law to speed up implementation of stalled investment projects in Nepal.
  • Minister Sunil Lamsal said all proposals from past investment summits and bilateral discussions will be advanced through a one-door system.
  • The law will define a clear timeline from contract signing to project implementation, with changes promised if projects take more than three months.
  • The government will also hold separate talks with long-term investors to identify practical obstacles before Dashain.
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