Minister Lamsal for 'paradigm shift' in construction of disaster-resistant structures
Summary
Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal has called for a paradigm shift in building disaster-resistant infrastructure and urban systems as Nepal faces increasing climate-related floods and landslides. He said damaged roads, bridges, drinking water projects, and settlements in the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli area will be rebuilt with safer designs and coordinated disaster management across all three levels of government.
Key Points
- Minister Sunil Lamsal said infrastructure policy must change to reflect the rising risks from climate change, floods and landslides.
- Damaged roads and bridges in the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli area will be rebuilt with revised, safer designs, including long-span bridges.
- The government plans to relocate disaster-affected families to safe places while preserving community identity and protecting children and the elderly.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority framework will be revised so federal, provincial and local governments can respond in parallel.
