National Pride Project Tender Cancelled Amidst Political Interference
Summary
The tender for the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project has been cancelled amid allegations of political pressure and interference from the Prime Minister’s secretariat. Officials say the move could delay the national pride project, damage Nepal’s procurement credibility, and deepen concerns over favoritism in a Rs 16 billion contract.
Key Points
- The tender for the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project was cancelled after allegations that the Prime Minister’s secretariat pressured officials to stop the process.
- Director General Dinesh Rajauria and project chief Krishnaprasad Rizal were taken into custody and later released after Rajauria agreed to cancel the tender.
- The article says the cancellation was linked to contractor interests and internal power struggles, with certain companies reportedly favored in the process.
- Critics warn the move could delay the national pride project and undermine trust in Nepal’s public procurement system.
