Koshi Province Infrastructure Projects Nearing Completion Amidst Challenges
Summary
Major infrastructure projects in Koshi Province, including the 900 MW Arun Third Hydroelectric Project and several highways and transmission lines, are nearing completion, though some face delays from compensation disputes, budget constraints, and construction bottlenecks. The central bank says floods, landslides, procurement changes, and weak coordination are slowing key projects across the province.
Key Points
- The 900 MW Arun Third Hydroelectric Project in Sankhuwasabha has reached 75.81 percent physical progress, while its transmission line is also advancing.
- Several major road and transmission projects, including the Pushpalal Mid-Hill Highway, Hulaki Highway, and Mahendra Highway upgrade, are progressing at varying speeds across Koshi Province.
- The Virat Chowk–Ghinaghat four-lane road has been stalled because of disputes between the contractor and project administration over payment and deadline extensions.
- The central bank cites compensation issues, budget pressure, floods, landslides, and procurement and coordination problems as major reasons for delays.
